1. plural of damnation; the state of being condemned to hell or eternal punishment in religious belief
Usage: religious; formal
2. plural of damnation; severe disapproval or harsh criticism
Usage: figurative
3. plural of damnation; used as an exclamation expressing anger or frustration
Usage: informal; exclamatory

Examples

• The preacher warned of eternal damnations for those who strayed from righteousness.
• Critics heaped damnations upon the poorly executed film.
• He uttered damnations under his breath when he missed his flight.
• The theologian discussed various interpretations of damnations across different faiths.
• Her damnations of the corrupt officials were widely reported in the press.
• Damnations! I forgot my keys again.