culpable

Definition

Meriting condemnation, censure or blame, especially as something wrong, harmful or injurious; blameworthy, guilty.

Etymology

From Middle English culpable, from Old French culpable, from Latin culpābilis (“blameworthy”), from culpō (“to blame, condemn”), from culpa (“a fault, crime, mistake”). Compare also culprit.

Example Sentences

• "I am culpable for stealing your money."

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