Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
condone-behaviour
verb
/kənˈdoʊn bɪˈheɪvjər/
Definition
To accept or allow behavior that is considered morally wrong or offensive to continue.
Examples
- She cannot condone the way her friend treated others during the argument.
- Many leaders choose to condone certain behaviors to maintain peace in a group.
- It’s hard for parents to condone bad behavior in their children without discipline.
Meaning
Condoning behavior means to overlook or disregard actions that are unethical or inappropriate, often implying a level of approval or acceptance.
Synonyms
- overlook
- excuse
- tolerate
- approve
- forgive
