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fulmination

 

[ ˌfʊlmɪˈneɪʃən ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

harsh criticism

Fulmination refers to an expression of strong criticism or vehement protest against something. It often involves a loud and forceful denunciation. The term can be used to describe both written and spoken forms of criticism, and is commonly seen in contexts involving political or social issues. The emotional intensity behind a fulmination typically conveys a sense of urgency or outrage.

Synonyms

bluster, diatribe, outburst, tirade

Examples of usage

  • The politician faced fulmination from the public after the controversial decision.
  • Her fulmination against injustice resonated with many listeners during the rally.

Translations

Translations of the word "fulmination" in other languages:

🇵🇹 fulminação

🇮🇳 फुल्मिनेशन

🇩🇪 Fulmination

🇮🇩 fulminasi

🇺🇦 фулмінування

🇵🇱 fulminacja

🇯🇵 フルミネーション

🇫🇷 fulmination

🇪🇸 fulminación

🇹🇷 fulminasyon

🇰🇷 풀미네이션

🇸🇦 فولميناتيون

🇨🇿 fulminace

🇸🇰 fulminácia

🇨🇳 爆发

🇸🇮 fulminacija

🇮🇸 fulmination

🇰🇿 фулминация

🇬🇪 ფულმინაცია

🇦🇿 fulminasiya

🇲🇽 fulminación

Etymology

The word 'fulmination' comes from the Latin word 'fulminatio', which means 'to strike with lightning'. The root 'fulminare' translates to 'to thunder', reflecting the term's strong associations with loudness and intensity. In the English language, 'fulmination' was first adopted in the mid-17th century and originally referred to the explosive effects of certain chemical compounds. Over time, its usage evolved to encompass rhetorical expressions characterized by forceful and vehement objections or protests. This shift illustrates how language adapts and transforms, reflecting the social and political climates of the times.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #40,944, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.