commination (Meaning)
commination (n)
prayers proclaiming God's anger against sinners; read in the Church of England on Ash Wednesday
a threat of divine punishment or vengeance
Synonyms & Antonyms of commination
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prayers proclaiming God's anger against sinners; read in the Church of England on Ash Wednesday, a threat of divine punishment or vengeance
condemnation, censure, reprimand, riot act, reproach, lecture, punishment, stricture, criticism, rebuke
acclamation, indorsement, endorsement, honor, commendation, tribute, endorsement,citation, acclamation, tribute
The prophet's commination warned of dire consequences for those who did not heed the word of God.
The king's commination against rebellion struck fear into the hearts of his subjects.
The priest delivered a solemn commination to the congregation, urging them to repent for their sins.
The commination of the wicked was swift and severe, as the town faced natural disasters one after another.
