guilt

B1
Pronunciation
/ɡɪlt/
Noun
3 definition(s)
1 Definition

Responsibility for wrongdoing.

Antonyms
innocence
2 Definition

The state of having been found guilty or admitted guilt in legal proceedings.

Antonyms
innocence
3 Definition

The regret of having done wrong.

Synonyms
remorse
Verb
2 definition(s)
1 Definition

To commit offenses; act criminally.

2 Definition

To cause someone to feel guilt, particularly in order to influence their behaviour.

Example Sentences
  • He didn't want to do it, but his wife guilted him into it.