Culpable

usgb/ˈkʌlpəbl/
adjective

Deserving blame or punishment for a wrong act.

He was found culpable in the court for his actions.
Visual representation of "culpable" - Deserving blame or punishment for a wrong act.

Often appears as...

  • found culpable
  • held culpable

Usage tips

Formal, Disapproving

Legal

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Legal Implications

Often used in legal contexts where someone may face consequences for their actions.

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The CEO was found culpable for insider trading.
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Moral Responsibility

Suggests a violation of ethics or morals, not just legal fault.

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The politician was culpable for breaking his campaign promises.
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Common Collocations

Typically paired with words like 'found', 'held', and 'deemed' to indicate judgement.

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After the inquiry, the committee deemed him culpable.
Visual representation of the word "Culpable"

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