Reprehensibly: meaning, definitions and examples

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reprehensibly

 

[ ˌrɛprɪˈhɛnsəbli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

in a negative way

In a way that deserves strong criticism or disapproval.

Synonyms

deplorably, disgracefully, shamefully.

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Word Description / Examples
reprehensibly

Used to describe actions that are morally wrong or deserving of strong criticism. It often implies a strong disapproval.

  • The politician acted reprehensibly by accepting bribes.
  • The company's treatment of its employees was reprehensibly unfair.
deplorably

Describes something that is shockingly bad or worthy of condemnation. Often used to express a moral or ethical judgment.

  • The city's homeless situation has been handled deplorably by the local government.
  • He behaved deplorably towards his friends, ignoring their needs.
disgracefully

Implies conduct that is shameful and deserving of public shame or scandal. Often used when actions bring dishonor.

  • The athlete was banned from the sport for acting disgracefully during the match.
  • The manager's disgracefully rude comments were criticized by everyone.
shamefully

Used to describe actions that are worthy of shame or bring shame upon someone. It usually implies the person should feel guilty.

  • The student behaved shamefully by cheating during the exam.
  • She spoke shamefully about her colleagues without any reason.

Examples of usage

  • He acted reprehensibly by betraying his friend's trust.
  • She was behaving reprehensibly by spreading false rumors.

Translations

Translations of the word "reprehensibly" in other languages:

🇵🇹 repreensivelmente

🇮🇳 निंदनीय ढंग से

🇩🇪 tadelnswert

🇮🇩 dengan tercela

🇺🇦 ганебно

🇵🇱 nagannie

🇯🇵 非難すべき

🇫🇷 répréhensiblement

🇪🇸 reprensiblemente

🇹🇷 kınanacak şekilde

🇰🇷 비난받을 만하게

🇸🇦 بشكل مستهجن

🇨🇿 odsouzeníhodně

🇸🇰 odsúdeniahodne

🇨🇳 应受谴责地

🇸🇮 graje vredno

🇮🇸 áberandi

🇰🇿 айыпталатындай

🇬🇪 სამარცხვინოდ

🇦🇿 qınanacaq şəkildə

🇲🇽 reprensiblemente

Etymology

The word 'reprehensibly' is derived from the word 'reprehensible' which comes from the Late Latin 'reprehensibilis', from the verb 'reprehendere' meaning 'to blame, rebuke'. The term has been in use since the 17th century.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #41,605, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.