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Guilt
01
a feeling of responsibility or remorse arising from a belief that one has committed a wrongdoing or failed to meet a moral standard
Examples
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.
02
the state of having committed an offense or crime
Examples
He confessed his guilt to the crime during the interrogation.
The jury deliberated carefully before reaching a verdict of guilt.
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guiltless
guilty
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