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- DictionaryCon·done/kənˈdōn/
verb
- 1. accept and allow (behavior that is considered morally wrong or offensive) to continue: "the college cannot condone any behavior that involves illicit drugs"
The meaning of CONDONE is to regard or treat (something bad or blameworthy) as acceptable, forgivable, or harmless. How to use condone in a sentence. Did you know?
to ignore or accept behavior that some people consider wrong: I don’t condone such rude behavior. (Definition of condone from the Cambridge Academic Content Dictionary © Cambridge University Press)
Condone definition: to disregard or overlook (something illegal, objectionable, or the like). See examples of CONDONE used in a sentence.
to ignore or accept behavior that some people consider wrong: I don’t condone such rude behavior.
If you condone something, you allow it, approve of it, or at least can live with it. Some teachers condone chewing gum, and some don't. Things that are condoned are allowed, even if everyone isn't exactly thrilled about it.
1. to disregard or overlook (something illegal, objectionable, etc.). 2. to give tacit approval to: By his silence, he seemed to condone their behavior. 3. to pardon or forgive (an offense); excuse.
2 meanings: 1. to overlook or forgive (an offence) 2. law (esp of a spouse) to pardon or overlook (an offence, usually adultery).... Click for more definitions.
