guiltless (B1)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˈɡɪltləs/

Definition

Free from or not feeling guilt; innocent.

Examples

• The jury found the defendant guiltless of the charges.

• She felt guiltless about leaving, knowing she had done all she could.

• Despite the rumors, he maintained his guiltless stance.

How to Use guiltless

guiltless of (prepositional phrase)

Not responsible for or involved in a specific wrongdoing or offense. — "She was found guiltless of the accusations made against her."

Synonyms of guiltless

Words with a similar meaning to guiltless:

• innocent
• blameless
• faultless
• pure

Antonyms of guiltless

Words with the opposite meaning to guiltless:

• guilty
• culpable

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