rebukeable

/ˌrɛbyuˈkeɪbəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

deserving or capable of being rebuked or criticized

“Her behavior was rebukeable and caused concern among her colleagues.”

2. adjective

open to or deserving rebuke, especially in a moral or ethical sense

“The politician’s actions were rebukeable and damaged her reputation.”

3. noun

something or someone that is open to or deserving rebuke

“The scandal was considered a rebukeable offense by the public.”

Synonyms

  • blameworthy
  • censurable
  • censurably
  • culpable

Antonyms

  • praisably
  • praiseworthy