blame

²blame

noun

Definition of BLAME

1

: an expression of disapproval or reproach : censure

2

a : a state of being blameworthy : culpability b archaic : fault, sin

3

: responsibility for something believed to deserve censure <they must share the blame>

— blame·less \-ləs\ adjective

— blame·less·ly adverb

— blame·less·ness noun

Examples of BLAME

1. It's not entirely his fault, but he's not completely free of blame, either.
2. <willingly accepted the blame for not seeing that the kitchen was properly cleaned>

First Known Use of BLAME

13th century

Related to BLAME

Synonyms: culpability, fault, guilt, onus, rap

Antonyms: blamelessness, faultlessness, guiltlessness, innocence

Related Words: blameworthiness, complicity, guiltiness, sinfulness; accusation, censure, condemnation, denunciation, finger-pointing, reproach; regret, remorse, self-reproach, shame

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