Reprobated: meaning, definitions and examples
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reprobated
[ ˈrɛprəˌbeɪtɪd ]
condemn strongly
To reprobate means to reject or express disapproval of something or someone, often in a moral or ethical sense. The term is commonly used in religious or philosophical discussions to indicate a condemnation of sinful behavior. When reprobated, an individual usually faces criticism or ostracism for their actions. In some contexts, reprobation can imply a final and irrevocable condemnation.
Synonyms
abhor, censure, condemn, denounce, disapprove.
Examples of usage
- He reprobated the act of cheating in exams.
- The community reprobated the vandalism that occurred last night.
- Many cultures reprobate dishonesty.
Translations
Translations of the word "reprobated" in other languages:
🇵🇹 reprovado
🇮🇳 निंदा किया गया
🇩🇪 verworfen
🇮🇩 ditolak
🇺🇦 осуджений
🇵🇱 potępiony
🇯🇵 非難された
🇫🇷 réprouvé
🇪🇸 reprobado
🇹🇷 reddedilmiş
🇰🇷 비난받은
🇸🇦 مُدان
🇨🇿 zamítnutý
🇸🇰 odsúdený
🇨🇳 被谴责的
🇸🇮 obsojen
🇮🇸 fordæmdur
🇰🇿 сөгілген
🇬🇪 გადაწყვეტილი
🇦🇿 qınanmış
🇲🇽 reprobado
Etymology
The word 'reprobate' originates from the Latin term 'reprobatus,' which is the past participle of 'reprobare,' meaning 'to reject' or 'to disapprove.' This verb itself is composed of two parts: 're-' signifying 'back' or 'away,' and 'probare,' which means 'to test' or 'to prove.' The use of the term in English dates back to the late 15th century, where it was initially employed in religious contexts to denote someone rejected by God, particularly in Calvinist theology. Over time, its usage expanded, and it began to appear in secular contexts, acquiring more general meanings associated with condemnation or disapproval. In contemporary discourse, the term often reflects strong moral judgments, especially in social or political discussions.