PoliticsAugust 15, 2026
culpable
KUL-puh-bul
Definition
Deserving of blame or considered responsible for a wrongdoing or illegal act.
Etymology
Derived from the Latin word 'culpabilis,' meaning 'worthy of blame,' which comes from the noun 'culpa,' meaning 'fault' or 'crime.'
In the news
The article uses the word to emphasize that anyone involved in election-related crimes will be held accountable, regardless of their social or political status.
Bauchi police deploy personnel ahead of August 17 LG elections
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