inexcusable
|in/ex/cus/a/ble|
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/ˌɪnɪkˈskjuːzəbl/
unforgivable
Etymology
Etymology Information
'inexcusable' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'inexcusabilis,' where 'in-' meant 'not' and 'excusabilis' meant 'excusable.'
Historical Evolution
'inexcusabilis' transformed into the Old French word 'inexcusable,' and eventually became the modern English word 'inexcusable.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'not able to be excused,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not able to be justified or forgiven; unforgivable.
His behavior was inexcusable.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45