Reprehensible: meaning, definitions and examples
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reprehensible
[ ˌrɛprɪˈhɛnsɪb(ə)l ]
behavior
Deserving censure or condemnation; blameworthy.
Synonyms
abhorrent, disgraceful, shameful
Examples of usage
- His reprehensible actions led to his dismissal from the company.
- She was appalled by the reprehensible behavior of her classmates.
morality
Bringing or deserving severe rebuke or censure.
Synonyms
blamable, culpable, reproachable
Examples of usage
- The politician's reprehensible conduct was widely criticized by the public.
- The judge found his behavior to be utterly reprehensible.
Translations
Translations of the word "reprehensible" in other languages:
🇵🇹 repreensível
🇮🇳 निंदनीय
🇩🇪 verwerflich
🇮🇩 tercela
- tercelaan
- tercela sekali
🇺🇦 осудливий
🇵🇱 naganny
🇯🇵 非難すべき
🇫🇷 répréhensible
🇪🇸 reprensible
🇹🇷 kınanabilir
🇰🇷 비난받을 만한
🇸🇦 مستحق للوم
🇨🇿 zavrženíhodný
🇸🇰 odsúdeniahodný
🇨🇳 应受谴责的
🇸🇮 obsodljiv
🇮🇸 áfellandi
🇰🇿 айыптауға лайықты
🇬🇪 გასაკიცხი
🇦🇿 qınanmalı
🇲🇽 reprensible
Word origin
The word 'reprehensible' originated from the Latin word 'reprehendere', which means 'to blame' or 'to rebuke'. The term has been used in English since the 15th century to describe actions or behavior that are deserving of blame or condemnation. Over the years, 'reprehensible' has maintained its negative connotation and is commonly used in contexts where severe criticism or censure is warranted.