culpability
nounResponsibility for wrongdoing or blame.
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Clear all filtersResponsibility for wrongdoing or blame.
The ability to remain steady or resist disruptive change.
The ability of a plan, system, or activity to work successfully or continue under the relevant conditions.
Ability to work successfully
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The ability to express ideas clearly and effectively.
The level of quality or ability of someone or something.
Having the ability and knowledge needed to perform a task adequately.
Having an excessively favorable opinion of one's own ability or importance.
Excessively self-admiring
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Agreement or coherence among parts, or reliable adherence to a standard over time.
Agreement or stable practice
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To weaken strength or the ability to function.
Seriously weakening strength or ability.
The ability to make clear, firm decisions without undue delay.
The ability to notice distinctions and make sound judgments.
Sound perceptive judgment
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Uncertain or doubtful; also questionable in reliability or value.
Uncertain or unconvinced
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The ability to produce an intended result.
Making a fault or difficult situation seem less serious or blameworthy.
Failure to remain loyal, trustworthy, or true to a commitment.
A rise and fall or repeated variation in an amount, level, or condition.
A reduction or loss in an ability, function, or working capacity.
Freedom from punishment or adverse consequences for wrongdoing.
Insufficient in amount, quality, or ability for a particular purpose.
Insufficient for the purpose
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Lacking the skills or ability needed to perform a task adequately.
A lack of agreement, coherence, or stable adherence to a pattern.
Difficulty choosing between possible actions or alternatives.
Difficulty choosing
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Compensation or protection provided against a loss, damage, or liability.
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