unverantwortbar
Translation
irresponsible, unjustifiable
Examples
Sein Verhalten war unverantwortbar.
His behaviour was irresponsible.
Das ist ein unverantwortbares Risiko.
That is an unjustifiable risk.
Grammar Patterns
sth. is irresponsible (something) is irresponsible His action is irresponsible.
an irresponsible risk an irresponsible risk That is an irresponsible risk.
Similar Words
Synonyms: irresponsible, reckless; Antonyms: responsible, justifiable
Etymology
From un- (not) + verantwortbar (justifiable, responsible), from verantworten (to answer for). Literally 'not answerable for'.
Memory Tips
Break it down: un- (not) + ver-ANTWORT-bar (answerable). If you can't 'answer' for your actions, they are irresponsible.