1. things or people that are detested or loathed
Usage: plural of anathema
2. formal curses or denunciations, especially by a religious authority
Usage: religious context; plural of anathema

Examples

• The new policies were anathemas to the conservative voters.
• Violence and hatred are anathemas to peaceful societies.
• The church pronounced anathemas against the heretical teachings.
• Modern technology remains one of the anathemas to traditional craftsmen.
• The bishop issued several anathemas condemning the corrupt practices.
• Dishonesty and cheating are anathemas in academic institutions.
• The council’s anathemas were read aloud to the congregation.