What is another word for pardonable?

Pronunciation: [pˈɑːdə͡ʊnəbə͡l] (IPA)

There are various synonyms for the word "pardonable," which means excusable or forgivable. Some of these synonyms include justifiable, understandable, excusable, forgivable, and condonable. Justifiable refers to something that is deserving of justification, while understandable pertains to something that is easy to comprehend. Meanwhile, excusable refers to something that can be forgiven or overlooked, while forgivable means something that can be pardoned or excused. Finally, condonable refers to something that can be tolerated or allowed without any negative consequence. These synonyms can be used interchangeably with pardonable in many contexts and situations.

What are the hypernyms for Pardonable?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

What are the opposite words for pardonable?

Antonyms for "pardonable" include culpable, blameworthy, unforgivable, condemnable, inexcusable, reprehensible, ignoble, objectionable, disgraceful, and shameful. These words refer to actions or behaviors that are considered morally or ethically wrong and are not justifiable in any way. For instance, "culpable" refers to someone who is responsible for a crime or wrongdoing, while "inexcusable" implies an act that cannot be justified or excused under any circumstances. Unlike "pardonable," these antonyms carry a negative connotation and imply a sense of guilt or wrongdoing. These words remind us that not every action is forgivable and that some actions require accountability and restitution.

What are the antonyms for Pardonable?

Usage examples for Pardonable

She had felt a most delightful sense of pardonable vanity when, as the year progressed, Marjorie had preferred her above all the others.
"Marjorie Dean High School Freshman"
Pauline Lester
Mr. Claybourne uttered a pardonable snort.
"I Walked in Arden"
Jack Crawford
But some pride surely is pardonable in one so isolated.
"The Dead Lake and Other Tales"
Paul Heyse

Famous quotes with Pardonable

  • It might be pardonable to refuse to defend some men, but to defend them negligently is nothing short of criminal.
    Marcus Tullius Cicero
  • If this be not love, it is madness, and then it is pardonable.
    William Congreve
  • There is but one pride pardonable; that of being above doing a base or dishonorable action.
    Samuel Richardson
  • Truly, to tell lies is not honorable but when the truth entails tremendous ruin, To speak dishonorably is pardonable.
    Sophocles
  • If this be not love, it is madness, and then it is pardonable.
    William Congreve

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