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Guiltless - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

Guiltless means free from guilt or blame, often implying innocence or lack of wrongdoing. It describes someone or something that has not committed an offense or bears no responsibility for a fault.

guiltless

/ˈɡɪltləs/ /ˈɡɪltləs/

Definition:

Free from guilt or blame; innocent.

Synonyms:

innocent, blameless, faultless, sinless

Part of Speech:

adjective

Antonyms:

guilty, culpable, blameworthy

Common Collocations:

guiltless pleasure, guiltless conscience, guiltless party

Derivatives:

guiltlessly, guiltlessness

Usage Tips:

Use "guiltless" to describe someone or something completely free from wrongdoing or blame.

Common Phrases:

plead guiltless, stand guiltless, feel guiltless

Etymology:

Derived from Old English "gylt" (guilt) + "-less," meaning without guilt.

Examples:

  • 1. She felt guiltless after the fair verdict.
  • 2. The child’s smile was pure and guiltless.
  • 3. He remained guiltless despite the accusations.
  • 4. Eating vegetables is a guiltless pleasure.

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