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INEXCUSABLY

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 Dictionary entry overview: What does inexcusably mean? 

INEXCUSABLY (adverb)
  The adverb INEXCUSABLY has 2 senses:

1. in an unpardonable manner or to an unpardonable degreeplay

2. without any excuseplay

  Familiarity information: INEXCUSABLY used as an adverb is rare.


 Dictionary entry details 


INEXCUSABLY (adverb)


Sense 1

Meaning:

In an unpardonable manner or to an unpardonable degree

Synonyms:

inexcusably; unforgivably; unpardonably

Context example:

he was inexcusably cruel to his wife

Antonym:

excusably (in an excusable manner or to an excusable degree)

Pertainym:

inexcusable (without excuse or justification)


Sense 2

Meaning:

Without any excuse

Synonyms:

inexcusably; unjustifiably

Context example:

he is unjustifiably harsh on her

Pertainym:

excusable (capable of being overlooked)


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