Culpability Meaning
/ˌkʌlpəˈbɪləti/Definition, CEFR level C2, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
nounThe degree of one's blameworthiness in the commission of a crime or offence.
nounThe amount of liability for a fault or wrongdoing.
Sentence Examples
Tom was accused of lying to the court in an effort to diminish his culpability.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The official investigation determined the driver's ____ for the accident.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
Tom was accused of lying to the court in an effort to diminish his ____.
Word Origin & History
From Middle French culpabilité.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The official investigation determined the driver's ____ for the accident.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
Tom was accused of lying to the court in an effort to diminish his ____.