1
as in innocent
free from guilt or blame
the captain of the force is a police officer of absolutely irreproachable character
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as in perfect
being entirely without fault
an irreproachable solution to the problem that should satisfy everyone
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Recent Examples of irreproachable
Beneath their air of irreproachable authority, Jung and Freud — both brilliantly played, the first with subtlety, the other with theatrical relish — wrestle with petty grievances and insecurities, while the former stubbornly rationalizes his affair with onetime patient Spielrein.
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A.a. Dowd, Vulture, 28 Apr. 2025
White has previously talked about Belinda as the morally irreproachable character on the show—but this series has basically no ethical characters, so of course Belinda gets her payday.
—Eliana Dockterman, Time, 7 Apr. 2025
Service Last but not least, providing irreproachable service is imperative.
—Suneeta Motala, Forbes, 6 Nov. 2024
Modesty is a winning attribute in a great power, and the United States has too many faults of its own to cast itself as an irreproachable model.
—Kori Schake, Foreign Affairs, 16 Apr. 2019
Service Last but not least, providing irreproachable service is imperative.
—Suneeta Motala, Forbes, 6 Nov. 2024
There may be practical reasons that your friend won’t get his way, but his argument, unlike his driving, is irreproachable.
—Kwame Anthony Appiah, New York Times, 12 June 2024
Jefferson points out that there is great pressure on men of the Morehouse variety to prove wrong the racist stereotypes of Black males as being lazy or criminal — to embrace a kind of Barack Obama masculinity that is solid and irreproachable.
—Anita Chabria, Los Angeles Times, 23 May 2024
But Monkey Man is also, more than anything, proof of Patel’s commitment to moving beyond being the gentle, irreproachable good guy.
—Shirley Li, The Atlantic, 5 Apr. 2024
A.a. Dowd, Vulture, 28 Apr. 2025
White has previously talked about Belinda as the morally irreproachable character on the show—but this series has basically no ethical characters, so of course Belinda gets her payday.
—Eliana Dockterman, Time, 7 Apr. 2025
Service Last but not least, providing irreproachable service is imperative.
—Suneeta Motala, Forbes, 6 Nov. 2024
Modesty is a winning attribute in a great power, and the United States has too many faults of its own to cast itself as an irreproachable model.
—Kori Schake, Foreign Affairs, 16 Apr. 2019
Service Last but not least, providing irreproachable service is imperative.
—Suneeta Motala, Forbes, 6 Nov. 2024
There may be practical reasons that your friend won’t get his way, but his argument, unlike his driving, is irreproachable.
—Kwame Anthony Appiah, New York Times, 12 June 2024
Jefferson points out that there is great pressure on men of the Morehouse variety to prove wrong the racist stereotypes of Black males as being lazy or criminal — to embrace a kind of Barack Obama masculinity that is solid and irreproachable.
—Anita Chabria, Los Angeles Times, 23 May 2024
But Monkey Man is also, more than anything, proof of Patel’s commitment to moving beyond being the gentle, irreproachable good guy.
—Shirley Li, The Atlantic, 5 Apr. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for irreproachable
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Students are expected to clear the house – shoot the bad guys and spare the innocent.—
William La Jeunesse,
FOXNews.com,
2 May 2025
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Jannik Sinner is innocent, as the Italian prepares to return from a doping suspension.—
Amanda Davies,
CNN Money,
29 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The more dextrous will get perfect curves and straight lines.—
Gabriela Molina Riascos,
The Orlando Sentinel,
27 Apr. 2025
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Forget boring—we're talking flattering, versatile, and oh-so-comfy matching sets perfect for exploring new destinations (or just lounging in style).—
Robin Raven,
Travel + Leisure,
27 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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With Andrew Resnick’s crisp musical arrangements and a faultless sound design by Peter Hylenski, Groff and his costars knock one song after another out of the park.—
Greg Evans,
Deadline,
26 Apr. 2025
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The kind of sexuality that doesn’t easily square with beliefs that women need to be faultless and every corner of our lives must adhere to prevailing (and individualistic) liberal-feminist beliefs.—
Angelica Jade Bastién,
Vulture,
25 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Their impeccable eye for luxury, scientific collaborations and sustainable practices create an ideal environment for guests to experience both opulence and purpose.—
Martie Bowser,
Forbes.com,
1 May 2025
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This fun take on the trend is ideal for a moody spring mani and gives a surprising dash of color to nails.—
Alejandra Rodríguez,
Glamour,
1 May 2025
Adjective
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Katie Jane Hughes has the plug to fill the gaps, or rather, the techniques to yield a more flawless, creaseless complexion.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
24 Apr. 2025
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Roberts commanded the stage, delivering flawless vocals that was met by a standing ovation from judges Luke Bryan, Lionel Richie and Carrie Underwood.—
Rania Aniftos,
Billboard,
14 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Incorporating a mudroom into your home is an excellent way to add value to your space.—
Sarah Lyon,
Architectural Digest,
30 Apr. 2025
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At a minimum, professionals are looking for dependable inventory, top-quality and professional-grade equipment, effortless trade-ins, excellent customer service and reliable and fast repairs.—
Arthur Zaczkiewicz,
Footwear News,
30 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Their impeccable eye for luxury, scientific collaborations and sustainable practices create an ideal environment for guests to experience both opulence and purpose.—
Martie Bowser,
Forbes.com,
1 May 2025
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The rooms were impeccable, the views were breathtaking, and the food was delectable.—
Essence,
Essence,
30 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Trump also ordered the end of funding for PBS and NPR, their liberal credentials immaculate.—
Paul Bedard,
The Washington Examiner,
3 May 2025
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In early April, for instance, she was spotted in an immaculate white suit with a double-breasted blazer, gold jewelry, a hint of cleavage, and sharply tailored dress pants.—
Kathleen Walsh,
Glamour,
16 Apr. 2025
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“Irreproachable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/irreproachable. Accessed 11 May. 2025.
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