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COMMINATION
/ˌkɒmɪˈneɪʃən/NounCOM-mi-na-tioncom-mi-na-tion · 4 syllablesAdvanced/Professional
Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2026
Meaning
A formal denunciation; especially one threatening divine punishment.
Etymology
Origin: Latin
From Latin comminātiō, from comminor (“to threaten”).
Synonyms & Antonyms
NYT Puzzle Appearances
No published puzzle dates on file for this word yet. It is part of the official NYT Spelling Bee word list for 2026.