
Reprehensible
Strong Criticism
Use when an action is so bad it needs to be publicly criticized and condemned.
The theft was particularly reprehensible considering the victims were elderly.
Serious Offenses
Reserve for actions or behaviors that are ethically or morally very wrong.
Lying to cover up the scandal was reprehensible and caused more harm.
Avoid Trivial Use
Don't use for minor mistakes or petty misbehaviors; it's for grave, serious matters.
Cheating on an exam is reprehensible, not just a bad choice.
Compare with
AbominableBlameworthyDeplorableDespicableDetestableDisgracefulOffensiveRepugnantShameful
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