condemningly

In judgmental fashion

In a manner that expresses strong disapproval or censure.

Someone who speaks condemningly delivers judgment or criticism: She looked at him condemningly when he admitted the lie.

The word is rare; condemning as an adjective (a condemning glance) or condemnation as a noun typically serve better.

manner

scornfully

With sneering contempt

contemptuously · disdainfully · censoriously · derisively · disapprovingly · judgmentally · critically · sternly · severely · witheringly

judgment

accusatory

Expressing blame or fault

disapproving · critical · damning · faultfinding · moralistic · self-righteous · holier-than-thou · preachy · sanctimonious · puritanical

expression

glare

Fierce stare or brightness

  • scowlAngry facial expression
  • frownDisapproving facial expression
  • sneerScornful expression

glower · stare · gaze · look · eye · point · gesture · shake head · tsk · huff

tone

harsh

Unpleasantly severe or rough

biting · cutting · damning · withering · unsparing · merciless · unforgiving · cold · icy · sharp

Opposites
judgment/approval

condemninglyapprovingly

With positive regard

admiringly · favorably · supportively · encouragingly · forgivingly

emotional tone

condemninglylovingly

With deep affection

warmly · kindly · forgivingly · mercifully · compassionately

Family

condemning

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