adj
excusable
Excusable (adj) means Possible to excuse; worthy of being excused.
adj
1
Possible to excuse; worthy of being excused.
2
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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Etymology
From Old French escusable, from Latin excusabilis.
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What is the meaning of excusable?
"excusable" (adj) means possible to excuse; worthy of being excused.
What are the different meanings of excusable?
"excusable" has 2 main meanings: 1. Possible to excuse; worthy of being excused; 2. 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.