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blameworthily

|blame/wor/thi/ly|

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/ˈbleɪmˌwɜːrðɪli/

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/ˈbleɪmˌwɜːðɪli/

(blameworthy)

deserving blame

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blameworthymore blameworthymost blameworthy
Etymology
Etymology Information

'blameworthily' originates from the English word 'blameworthy', which is derived from the word 'blame' and the suffix '-worthy', indicating deserving of blame.

Historical Evolution

'blameworthy' evolved from the Old English word 'blaman', which meant 'to censure or rebuke', and the suffix '-worthy', which was used to denote deserving of something.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'deserving of blame', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adverb 1

in a manner deserving blame or censure.

He acted blameworthily by ignoring the safety protocols.

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Last updated: 2025/01/24 11:18