Culpable/ˈkʌlpəbl/ Definition 1 of 2Pro Tip 1/3Legal Implications Often used in legal contexts where someone may face consequences for their actions. The CEO was found culpable for insider trading. Pro Tip 2/3Moral Responsibility Suggests a violation of ethics or morals, not just legal fault. The politician was culpable for breaking his campaign promises. Pro Tip 3/3Common Collocations Typically paired with words like 'found', 'held', and 'deemed' to indicate judgement. After the inquiry, the committee deemed him culpable.