Denounces

Denounces is the third-person singular present tense of the verb denounce. To denounce means to publicly condemn or expose something or someone as wrong, illegal, or evil, or to inform authorities about a wrongdoing. The term is used for actions ranging from moral or political rebuke to formal accusations. It can apply to individuals, organizations, governments, policies, or actions, and is common in journalism, diplomacy, activism, and legal language. Phrases such as denounce as illegal or denounce the regime reflect the act of declaring a target’s conduct unacceptable and demanding a response or punishment. The verb also covers reporting a crime or alerting authorities, as in denouncing illegal activity or a fugitive, though the latter sense often appears in public or official discourse.

Etymology and form: Denounce comes from Old French denoncer, which in turn derives from Latin denuntiare, meaning to announce publicly or make known. The word entered English via French in the medieval period. The form denounces follows standard English conjugation for third-person singular subjects (he, she, it denounces).

Usage considerations: Denounce carries a strong, explicit connotation of moral or legal condemnation and is more forceful than neutral disagreement. In neutral or cautious prose, alternatives such as condemn, criticize, or oppose may be preferred, depending on tone. Related forms include denunciation (the act or instance of denouncing) and denouncer (one who denounces).