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Reprehensible

usgb/ˌreprɪˈhensəbl/Volume
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Strong Criticism

Use when an action is so bad it needs to be publicly criticized and condemned.

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The theft was particularly reprehensible considering the victims were elderly.
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Serious Offenses

Reserve for actions or behaviors that are ethically or morally very wrong.

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Lying to cover up the scandal was reprehensible and caused more harm.
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Avoid Trivial Use

Don't use for minor mistakes or petty misbehaviors; it's for grave, serious matters.

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Cheating on an exam is reprehensible, not just a bad choice.
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