Anathematize and Venerate

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Anathematize verb - To declare to be morally wrong or evil.

Usage example: fundamentalist preachers who anathematize any departure from a literal interpretation of the Bible

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Venerate is an antonym for anathematize.

Nearby Words: anathema, anathematizing

Venerate verb - To offer honor or respect to (someone) as a divine power.

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Anathematize is an antonym for venerate.

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