guiltless

[ gilt-lis ]
/ ˈgɪlt lɪs /
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adjective

free from guilt; innocent.
having no knowledge or experience; innocent (usually followed by of).
destitute or devoid (usually followed by of): a house guiltless of any charm.

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Origin of guiltless

Middle English word dating back to 1150–1200; see origin at guilt, -less

OTHER WORDS FROM guiltless

guilt·less·ly, adverbguilt·less·ness, noun

Words nearby guiltless

guillén, guilt, guilt by association, guilt trip, guilt-trip, guiltless, guilty, guimpe, guin., guinea, guinea corn
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Words related to guiltless

innocent, clean, clear, exemplary, faultless, free, good, immaculate, impeccable, inculpable, irreproachable, pure, righteous, sinless, spotless, unimpeachable, unsullied, untarnished, virtuous, untainted

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British Dictionary definitions for guiltless

guiltless
/ (ˈɡɪltlɪs) /

adjective

free of all responsibility for wrongdoing or crime; innocent

Derived forms of guiltless

guiltlessly, adverbguiltlessness, noun
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