The trial began with fireworks as Kelso attempted to disqualify Kootenai County First District Judge Charles Hosack due to statements the judge made ruling on a related matter. In that ruling, Hosack apparently used the word “anathema,” which Kelso said he had to look up. Kelso said the use of that word must have taken some thought and showed Hosack felt “that this election contest is vile.” “You cannot proceed,” Kelso said to the judge. “You have shown your personal bias.” Hosack, however, dismissed that motion and remained as judge, saying Kelso, who was not present at the prior hearing, had missed the context of the discussion. Lastly, he added, “I can guarantee Mr. Kelso it didn’t take me any research to come up with the word ‘anathema’”'/Alison Boggs, SR. More here.

Question: Do you know what the word, "anathema" means without looking it up in the dictionary?