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blameworthiness

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blame·wor·thy  (blmwûr)
adj. blame·wor·thi·er, blame·wor·thi·est
Deserving blame; reprehensible.
blameworthi·ness n.
Synonyms: blameworthy, blamable, blameful, censurable, culpable, guilty, reprehensible
These adjectives mean meriting reproof or punishment: blameworthy behavior; blamable but understandable resentment; blameful impulsiveness; censurable misconduct; culpable negligence; guilty deeds; reprehensible arrogance.
Antonym: blameless
ThesaurusLegend:  Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
Noun1.blameworthiness - a state of guilt
culpability, culpableness
guilt, guiltiness - the state of having committed an offense


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