unverantwortbar
Translation
irresponsible, unjustifiable
Examples
Sein Verhalten war unverantwortbar.
His behavior 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
Comes from un- (not) + verantwortbar (responsible), which is related to die Antwort (the answer). So, something for which you have no good 'answer' or justification.
Memory Tips
Think 'un-ver-answer-bar'. You're barred from giving a good answer for your actions because they were irresponsible.