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  1. noun [ C or U ] formal uk / ˌæn.ɪ.mædˈvɜː.ʃ ə n / us / ˌæn.ɪ.mædˈvɝː.ʒ ə n / Add to word list. criticism or a critical remark: She was being critical, but her animadversions were mild. His actions attracted neither surprise nor animadversion. SMART Vocabulary: related words and phrases. Disapproving & criticizing. anathematize. aspersion. aw.

    • English (US)

      ANIMADVERSION meaning: 1. criticism or a critical remark: 2....

  2. wordsinasentence.com › animadversion-in-a-sentenceAnimadversion in a Sentence

    Animadversion in a Sentence. Definition of Animadversion. a judgmental remark or criticism. Examples of Animadversion in a sentence. The judge warned the hostile lawyer to not make another animadversion to the witness. When Tom was caught cheating on the final exam, he had to endure an animadversion from the talkative principal.

  3. 1. : a critical and usually censorious remark often used with on. 2. : adverse criticism. Did you know? Animadversion Has Latin Roots. Animadversion comes ultimately from the Latin phrase animum advertere, meaning "to turn the mind to." The first part, anima, comes from the Latin word for "mind" or "soul" and gives us animal and animate.

  4. Animadversion is a harsh, critical comment — or even a public censure. You don't hear it very often, but in Puritan times, dressing in bright colors and swearing would bring many animadversions down upon you. Animadversion comes from the verb animadvert.

  5. anima version. animadversion. noun. Expressing disapproval or criticism towards someone or something. Example sentences containing animadversion from English sources. The recent animadversion against the company has been a huge distract for management. Spill the Beans. When one fails, they are sure to receive animadversion. Writers Nest.

  6. Animadversion definition: an unfavorable or censorious comment. See examples of ANIMADVERSION used in a sentence.

  7. Animadversion refers to a critical or censorious remark or comment regarding someone or something. It involves pointing out faults or criticizing in a disapproving manner.