Meaning of "illaudable" in English

The word "illaudable" is an adjective used to describe something that is not worthy of praise or commendation. It signifies actions, behaviors, or outcomes that are morally or ethically questionable and do not deserve approval or admiration. Typically, an "illaudable" act is one that goes against social norms or ethical standards, rendering it subject to criticism rather than praise. The term is less commonly used in modern English but remains relevant when discussing topics that require judgment on their moral standing or when expressing discontent with certain actions.

Meaning of "illaudable" in French

In French, "illaudable" shares a similar meaning to its English counterpart. It describes actions or behaviors that are not deserving of praise or acclaim, often due to ethical or moral shortcomings. The term indicates that something is unworthy of approval or admiration, possibly because it contradicts societal values or norms. Although rare in everyday use, it effectively conveys disapproval or critique for conduct deemed inappropriate or unethical. The French usage is mostly literary and may not be commonly encountered in casual conversation.

Pronunciation of "illaudable" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /ɪˈlɔːdəbl/

Pronunciation Variations: There are minimal variations in pronunciation across different English dialects, though the emphasis may slightly vary with regional accents. The primary focus is on the second syllable, and it is articulated consistently in most variations of English.

Pronunciation of "illaudable" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /i.lodabl/

Pronunciation Variations: The pronunciation in French remains generally uniform across French-speaking regions. Emphasis is typically placed on the first syllable, with smooth and connected sounds typical of French pronunciation. Variations may occur slightly depending on regional accents, but these are subtle.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

  1. His actions were considered illaudable by his peers. (Ses actions étaient considérées comme illaudables par ses pairs.)
  2. The committee found the decision to be illaudable and issued a statement of disapproval. (Le comité a jugé la décision illaudable et a publié une déclaration de désapprobation.)
  3. Many saw the policy as illaudable and called for its immediate review. (Beaucoup voyaient la politique comme illaudable et demandaient son réexamen immédiat.)
  4. The illaudable behavior of the executives led to a loss of trust in the company. (Le comportement illaudable des dirigeants a entraîné une perte de confiance dans l'entreprise.)
  5. She regretted her illaudable remarks during the meeting. (Elle regrettait ses remarques illaudables lors de la réunion.)
  6. Critics described the film's portrayal of events as illaudable. (Les critiques ont décrit la représentation des événements dans le film comme illaudable.)
  7. The scandal highlighted several illaudable practices within the organization. (Le scandale a mis en lumière plusieurs pratiques illaudables au sein de l'organisation.)
  8. Despite initial support, the initiative was later deemed illaudable. (Malgré le soutien initial, l'initiative a ensuite été jugée illaudable.)
  9. They received backlash for their illaudable handling of the situation. (Ils ont subi des réactions négatives pour leur gestion illaudable de la situation.)
  10. It was an illaudable attempt to cover up the facts. (C’était une tentative illaudable de dissimuler les faits.)

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "illaudable" in English

Synonyms: blameworthy, reprehensible, unwarranted, disreputable, improper.

Antonyms: laudable, praiseworthy, commendable, admirable, worthy.

Similar Words: uncommendable, unpraiseworthy, unacceptable, unscrupulous, disgraceful.

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "illaudable" in French

Synonyms: blâmable, répréhensible, condamnable, indigne, critiquable.

Antonyms: louable, digne de louanges, admirable, crédible, élogieux.

Similar Words: discrit, contestable, inacceptable, déshonorant, immoral.

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