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Blameworthy

usgb/ˈbleɪmwɜːrði/Volume
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Negative Connotation

Blameworthy carries a negative judgment, suggesting fault in actions or decisions.

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The committee found the official blameworthy for neglecting safety standards.
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Legal Context

Often used in legal or formal contexts to assign responsibility for a wrongdoing.

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In the judge's ruling, the corporation was held blameworthy for the environmental damage.
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Moral Responsibility

Blameworthy implies a moral or ethical lapse, not just a mistake or error.

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The leader was deemed blameworthy for the ethical violations in the office.
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