Discommendation

/ˌdɪskɒmɛnˈdeɪʃən/ noun

Definition

The act of criticizing, blaming, or expressing disapproval of something or someone.

Etymology

From dis- + commendation (Latin commendatio, 'praise or recommendation'). The prefix dis- inverts the meaning, creating a noun meaning the opposite of praise: blame or criticism.

Kelly Says

While 'commendation' gets you an award or recognition, 'discommendation' is basically an official roast—it's criticism dressed up in bureaucratic clothing, making disapproval sound official and unavoidable.

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