Definition

Relating to accusations made in response to someone else's accusations.

Example

The discussion turned recriminatory as both sides blamed each other for the failure.

Conversation

I really didn’t like how the meeting turned out today.

Yeah, it felt so recriminatory when everyone started blaming each other.

Exactly! It made it hard to focus on finding a solution.

Totally, we should just keep things constructive next time.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Recriminatory → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "criminari" (meaning to accuse). The word describes the act of accusing someone again, often in response to an accusation.

Memory Tip

Think of 'accusing again' — 're-' means again, and 'criminari' means to accuse.

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