culpable
Pronunciation
Adjective
B1 Intermediate
Quick answer
Deserving blame for having done something wrong.
Synonyms and antonyms
Usage notes
A fairly formal or legal word; "guilty" is the everyday equivalent.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "The investigation found the contractor _____ for ignoring basic safety checks."
Answer: culpable
In your own words, what does "culpable" mean?
Deserving blame for having done something wrong.
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