guilt
Plural
guilts
1
a feeling of responsibility or remorse arising from a belief that one has committed a wrongdoing or failed to meet a moral standard
- The defendant's eyes revealed a deep sense of guilt as the judge read out the charges in the courtroom.
- Despite the apology, a lingering feeling of guilt accompanied him as he reflected on the consequences of his actions.
- Her voice trembled with guilt as she admitted to betraying the trust of her closest friend.
- The employee felt overwhelming guilt for the oversight that led to the costly mistake in the project.
- As she listened to the heartbreaking stories of those affected, a wave of guilt washed over her for not doing more to help.
2
the state of having committed an offense or crime
- He confessed his guilt to the crime during the interrogation.
- The jury deliberated carefully before reaching a verdict of guilt.
- The prosecutor presented compelling evidence of his guilt at trial.
- Despite his denial, the overwhelming proof pointed to his guilt.
- She couldn't shake the feeling of guilt after the accident, even though it wasn't her fault.
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