Definition

Something that cannot be justified or excused; it is considered unacceptable or wrong.

Example

His inexcusable actions led to serious consequences.

Conversation

I can't believe he did that; it was totally inexcusable.

Yeah, I thought he knew better than to behave like that.

It's just frustrating because it reflects badly on all of us.

Absolutely, some actions are just inexcusable in a team.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Inexcusable → It is formed from "in-" (meaning not) and "excusare" (meaning to free from blame or to excuse) and the suffix "-able" (meaning capable of). The word "inexcusable" means not capable of being excused or justified.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('in-') being able to 'free from blame' ('excusare') — that's why inexcusable means something that cannot be justified.

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