Inexcusably: meaning, definitions and examples

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inexcusably

 

[ ɪnˈɛkskjuːzəbli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

behaving in a way that cannot be justified or excused

Behaving inexcusably means acting in a manner that is beyond forgiveness or justification. It implies a lack of valid reason or explanation for one's actions.

Synonyms

injustifiably, unforgivably, unpardonably.

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Word Description / Examples
inexcusably

This term is often applied in formal or written contexts when emphasizing that there is no acceptable reason or explanation for an action. It emphasizes the lack of justification.

  • The project was inexcusably delayed due to poor management.
  • His behavior was inexcusably rude during the meeting.
unforgivably

Used to describe actions that are so severe or morally wrong that they cannot be forgiven. Common in expressing deep emotions or moral judgment.

  • His betrayal was unforgivably cruel.
  • Leaving the children unattended was unforgivably irresponsible.
injustifiably

This word is used when highlighting that something cannot be defended or reasoned logically. Suitable for discussions involving ethics, fairness, or logic.

  • The price increase is injustifiably high given the quality of the product.
  • She was injustifiably blamed for the team's failure.
unpardonably

This term is similar to 'unforgivably' but is often used in more formal or legalistic contexts. It emphasizes that something is beyond pardon or forgiveness.

  • The defendant's actions were unpardonably reckless.
  • Such mistakes in a medical procedure are unpardonably negligent.

Examples of usage

  • She behaved inexcusably by spreading false rumors about her colleague.
  • His inexcusably rude behavior towards the waiter shocked everyone at the table.
  • The company's inexcusably late delivery of the product angered many customers.

Translations

Translations of the word "inexcusably" in other languages:

🇵🇹 imperdoavelmente

🇮🇳 अक्षम्य रूप से

🇩🇪 unentschuldbar

🇮🇩 tidak termaafkan

🇺🇦 невиправдано

🇵🇱 niewybaczalnie

🇯🇵 弁解の余地なく

🇫🇷 inexcusablement

🇪🇸 inexcusablemente

🇹🇷 affedilmez şekilde

🇰🇷 변명의 여지 없이

🇸🇦 بلا عذر

🇨🇿 neomluvitelně

🇸🇰 neospravedlniteľne

🇨🇳 不可原谅地

🇸🇮 neopravičljivo

🇮🇸 afsakanlegt

🇰🇿 кешірілмейтіндей

🇬🇪 მიუტევებლად

🇦🇿 bağışlanmaz şəkildə

🇲🇽 inexcusablemente

Etymology

The word 'inexcusably' is derived from the combination of the prefix 'in-' meaning 'not' or 'without', and 'excusable', which is related to the verb 'excuse'. It first appeared in the English language in the mid-17th century, evolving to its current form to describe actions that are beyond justification or forgiveness.

See also: excuse, excusing, inexcusable.