What is another word for guilty
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guilty
/ˈɡɪlti
Feeling responsible or remorseful for a perceived wrong or offense.
Antonyms of guilty
Adjectives
Strongest matches:
- innocent
- blameless
- guiltless
- acquitted
- exonerated
Weak matches:
- absolved
- cleared
- unpunishable
- unimpeachable
Synonyms
culpable, responsible, blameworthy, at fault, liable, accountable, answerable, reprehensible, in the wrong, chargeable, convicted, condemned, found guilty
Usage examples:
1. The judge found the defendant guilty of all charges.
2. She felt guilty for lying to her friend about where she had been.
3. After eating the last piece of cake, he had a guilty smile on his face.
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Frequently asked questions
What is a common antonym for 'guilty'?
A common antonym for 'guilty' is 'innocent.' 'Innocent' refers to not being guilty of a crime or offense.
Can 'blameless' be used as an antonym for 'guilty'?
Yes, 'blameless' can be used as an antonym for 'guilty.' It emphasizes the absence of fault or guilt in a situation or in one's actions.
Is there a difference between using 'acquitted' and 'innocent' as antonyms for 'guilty'?
Yes, there is a difference. 'Innocent' implies that a person did not commit the crime at all, while 'acquitted' specifically means that a person has been legally cleared of a charge in court, regardless of actual innocence.
What is an antonym for 'guilty' that also implies a positive moral judgment?
'Virtuous' can serve as an antonym for 'guilty' in contexts implying not only the absence of guilt but also the presence of moral goodness or righteousness.