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English
Etymology
From Old French escusable, from Latin excusabilis.
Pronunciation
Adjective
excusable (comparative more excusable, superlative most excusable)
- Possible to excuse; worthy of being excused.
- Synonyms: forgivable, pardonable, venial
- (law, specifically) Describing an illegal act that was committed involuntarily, for example under false information or because of a faulty device. Distinguished from justifiable, describing an illegal act that was intentional but justified for other reasons.
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French
Etymology
From excuser + -able.
Adjective
excusable (plural excusables)
- excusable, pardonable
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