reprehensible
word
Definition
If something is reprehensible, it is very bad and deserves strong criticism or disapproval.
Usage & Nuances
Formal and strong word, common in academic, legal, or news contexts. Unlike 'bad' or 'wrong', 'reprehensible' implies moral outrage or that something seriously violates accepted standards. Use with actions, behaviors, or conduct: 'reprehensible conduct'. Not used for minor mistakes.
Spanish: reprobable - censurablePortuguese (BR): repreensívelPortuguese (PT): repreensívelChinese (Simplified): 应受谴责的Chinese (Traditional): 應受譴責的Hindi: निंदनीयArabic: مُستَهجَن - مُستَنكَر
Example Sentences
His behavior at the meeting was reprehensible.
basic
Stealing from the poor is reprehensible.
basic
The company denied any reprehensible acts.
basic
I find their attitude towards the environment absolutely reprehensible.
natural
What he did was not just wrong, it was reprehensible.
natural
Their attempt to cover up the scandal was completely reprehensible.
natural