Denunciatory (Adjective)
Meaning
Containing warning of punishment.
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The denunciatory tone of the warning sign made it clear that trespassers would be prosecuted to the full extent of the law.
- The ancient text contained denunciatory passages warning of the dire consequences of disobeying the gods.
- A stern denunciatory voice echoed through the school's intercom system, cautioning students against the penalties of cheating.
- The environmental organization's denunciatory report exposed the destructive practices of the corporation and threatened to hold them accountable.
- The biblical scripture served as a denunciatory warning to those who would ignore the moral teachings of the prophets.