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Culpability

usgb/ˌkʌlpəˈbɪləti/Volume
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Legal AssociationsPlay
Culpability is often used in legal contexts to describe levels of guilt or blameworthiness. SlideThe defendant's level of culpability was debated in court.
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Moral ResponsibilityPlay
Outside of law, 'culpability' can refer to moral responsibility for a negative action or outcome. SlideHe admitted his culpability in the failure of the project.
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Not Just CrimePlay
Culpability doesn't only apply to crimes; it can also be about ethical wrongs in various scenarios. SlideThe CEO accepted culpability for the company's unethical practices.