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- [in-kuhl-peyt, in-kuhl-peyt]
- /ɪnˈkʌl peɪt, ˈɪn kʌl peɪt/
- /ˌɪnk.ʌl.ˈpeɪ.ʃən/
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- [in-kuhl-peyt, in-kuhl-peyt]
- /ɪnˈkʌl peɪt, ˈɪn kʌl peɪt/
Definitions of inculpation word
- verb with object inculpation to charge with fault; blame; accuse. 1
- verb with object inculpation to involve in a charge; incriminate. 1
- noun inculpation Blame; censure; crimination. 1
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Origin of inculpation
First appearance:
before 1790 One of the 43% newest English words
1790-1800; < Late Latin inculpātus past participle of inculpāre to blame, equivalent to Latin in- in-2 + culp(a) fault + -ātus -ate1; cf. culpable
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Parts of speech for Inculpation
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
inculpation popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 48% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
According to our data about 54% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
inculpation usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for inculpation
noun inculpation
- criticism — the analysis or evaluation of a work of art, literature, etc
- animadversion — criticism or censure
- reprehension — the act of reprehending; reproof; censure.
- disparagement — the act of disparaging.
- accusation — If you make an accusation against someone, you criticize them or express the belief that they have done something wrong.
Antonyms for inculpation
noun inculpation
- commendation — the act or an instance of commending; praise
- compliment — A compliment is a polite remark that you say to someone to show that you like their appearance, appreciate their qualities, or approve of what they have done.
- flattery — the act of flattering.
- praise — the act of expressing approval or admiration; commendation; laudation.
- acquittal — Acquittal is a formal declaration in a court of law that someone who has been accused of a crime is innocent.
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