Reprehensible

/ˌrɛprɪˈhɛnsəbl/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Deserving criticism or condemnation; blameworthy.

His actions during the protest were deemed reprehensible by the community.

Morally wrong or unacceptable.

The company's reprehensible treatment of its workers led to public outrage.

Objectionable; deserving disapproval.

The student's reprehensible behavior in class resulted in a suspension.

Contemptible; deserving scorn.

The politician’s reprehensible remarks alienated many voters.

From Latin 'reprehensibilis', meaning 'that can be blamed'.

reprehensible conduct

behavior that deserves criticism

reprehensible act

an action that is blameworthy or objectionable

reproach

an expression of disapproval or disappointment

condemn

to express strong disapproval of

censure

to express severe disapproval