condone
1 of 1verb/kənˈdoʊn/
Forms:condones,condoning,condoned,condoned
1
to accept or forgive something that is commonly believed to be wrong
C2transitive- The company's failure to address employee misconduct might be seen as condoning unethical practices in the workplace.
- Some parents mistakenly condone their children's misbehavior by not enforcing appropriate consequences.
- Silence on certain issues can be interpreted as condoning societal norms, even if they go against principles of equality and justice.
- Ignoring a partner's harmful behavior without addressing it may be perceived as condoning such actions.
- Failing to confront or address discriminatory remarks within a community may unintentionally condone such behavior.
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