Inexcusable

usgb/ˌɪnɪkˈskjuːzəbl/
adjective

Something so wrong or bad that it cannot be overlooked or forgiven.

His behavior was completely inexcusable.
Visual representation of "inexcusable" - Something so wrong or bad that it cannot be overlooked or forgiven

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  • inexcusable behavior
  • inexcusable mistake

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Disapproving

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Severity Level

Use 'inexcusable' to express that something is extremely bad or serious.

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Leaving the child unattended was inexcusable.
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No Justification

'Inexcusable' implies that no excuse can justify the action or mistake.

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Cheating on the exam is inexcusable.
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Strong Disapproval

The word conveys strong moral or ethical condemnation.

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The judge called the negligence inexcusable.
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blameworthydeplorabledisgracefulindefensiblejustifiablepardonablereprehensibleshameful
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