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damning
This term carries a heavy emotional weight, suggesting a finality that is nearly impossible to refute. When used in a legal or investigative context, it refers to evidence that is so conclusive that it effectively seals a person's fate or proves their guilt beyond reasonable doubt.
In a social or professional context, the word describes criticism that is not merely negative but devastating. A damning report or review does not just suggest flaws; it aims to dismantle the subject's credibility or reputation entirely, leaving little room for recovery or excuse.
Meanings
Examples
The security footage provided damning evidence of the theft.
The report was damning in its assessment of the government's response.
The report was damning in its assessment of the government's response.
This is damning. I cannot believe he actually signed the document.
The critics wrote a damning review that effectively ended her career.
If this recording gets out, it will be damning for the entire administration.
He looked at the ledger and realized the numbers were damning.
The witness gave a damning account of the events that night.