GUILTS Synonyms: 52 Similar and Opposite Words

guilt

noun

ˈgilt

Definition of guilt

as in remorse

a feeling of responsibility for wrongdoing he was wracked with guilt after he accidentally broke his sister's antique grandfather clock

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as in blame

responsibility for wrongdoing or failure the chief financial officer was saddled with the guilt for the company's failure

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Recent Examples of guilt Together, Walter, Reed and Hannah embark on a journey of guilt, reconciliation and justice. — Alex Ritman, Variety, 14 Sep. 2026 They are bound together not only by their shared grief, but also by the unspoken guilt and blame that Lux and Ella can only hope to expiate through each other. — David Ehrlich, IndieWire, 10 Sep. 2026 During his service, Stewart witnessed heavy losses among his men and carried deep guilt over the lives lost under his command. — Ashley Hume , Larry Fink, FOXNews.com, 10 Sep. 2026 Decades later, the past resurfaces, forcing them to confront old wounds, guilt and the possibility of revenge. — Glenn Garner, Deadline, 10 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for guilt

Recent Examples of Synonyms for guilt

Noun

In direct contradiction to Herzog, Zamir’s office stated that Azaria had never expressed sorrow or remorse about the killing.

— Oren Liebermann, CNN Money, 20 Sep. 2026
Does something deep down, some latent remorse, urge them to speak out?

— Siddhant Adlakha, IndieWire, 10 Sep. 2026

Definition of remorse

Noun

Quarterbacks often get too much credit and blame, and there will forever be a debate over how much their win-loss records as a starter should be weighed compared to accuracy, touchdown passes and avoiding interceptions.

— Bob Ferrante, The Orlando Sentinel, 18 Sep. 2026
Several other Nike shoes in recent years have been criticized for coming in heavy, such as the Pegasus Premium and Vomero Premium, with the blame largely being laid on Air Zoom.

— Ian Servantes, Footwear News, 17 Sep. 2026

Definition of blame

Noun

At least one, Bill Gates, has expressed regret for his own methods.

— Tom Huddleston Jr., CNBC, 22 Sep. 2026
To be sure, preserving room for joy can become harmful when treats interfere with other goals, produce debt, or leave behind regret and greater anxiety, Bryan-Podvin said.

— Tatiana Sataua, Fortune, 20 Sep. 2026

Definition of regret

Noun

Prevailing xenophobic notions of the time would have insisted on Bridget’s culpability, particularly when Irish women were seen as more likely to be able to swing an ax than leisurely ladies like Lizzie.

— Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 18 Sep. 2026
The trial was a battle between those who believe the law should take a person’s mental illness into account when determining culpability, and those who don’t.

— Wendy Murphy, Boston Herald, 7 Sep. 2026

Definition of culpability

Noun

But please don’t expect everyone else to hang their heads in shame when looking at the heritage of this nation.

— Voice of the People, New York Daily News, 20 Sep. 2026
The Wright State University student, who was studying neuroscience, struggled with the shame and bullying that came with wearing an ankle monitor, according to his family.

— Lauren Costantino September 19, Miami Herald, 19 Sep. 2026