Definition of "blameful" [blame•ful]

• Deserving of blame; blameworthy. See Synonyms at blameworthy. (adjective)

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• "Commendable in every way, blameful in none, Finan died as he had lived, true in every smallest way to the traditions of Iona and the holy men from whom he proceeded."
• "Be discerning, not blameful or judgmental when choosing to withdraw from or set a boundary in a relationship."
• "The prospect of defeat will make it vicious and blameful."