Definitions for: Damnation


[n] the act of damning
[n] the state of being condemned to eternal punishment in Hell



Webster (1913) Definition: Dam*na"tion, n. [F. damnation, L. damnatio, fr.
damnare. See Damn.]
1. The state of being damned; condemnation; openly expressed
disapprobation.

2. (Theol.) Condemnation to everlasting punishment in the
future state, or the punishment itself.

How can ye escape the damnation of hell? --Matt.
xxiii. 33.

Wickedness is sin, and sin is damnation. --Shak.

3. A sin deserving of everlasting punishment. [R.]

The deep damnation of his taking-off. --Shak.

Synonyms: eternal damnation

See Also: denouncement, denunciation, fire and brimstone, state

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