innocence

American  

[in-uh-suhns] / ˈɪn ə səns /

noun

1. the quality or state of being innocent; freedom from sin or moral wrong.

2. freedom from legal or specific wrong; guiltlessness.

   The prisoner proved his innocence.

3. simplicity; absence of guile or cunning; naiveté.

4. lack of knowledge or understanding.

5. harmlessness; innocuousness.

6. chastity.

7. an innocent person or thing.

8. bluet.

9. blue-eyed Mary.

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innocence British  

/ ˈɪnəsəns /

noun

1. Archaic word: innocency.  the quality or state of being innocent

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Other Word Forms

• superinnocence noun

Etymology

Origin of innocence

First recorded in 1300–50; Middle English word from Latin word innocentia. See innocent, -ence

Example Sentences

"It should be noted that the presumption of innocence applies in favour of the accused," the prosecutor's office added.

From BBC

He has maintained his innocence but faces a possible life sentence.

From Los Angeles Times

"It's very difficult to understand why our innocence has not been said publicly. We are not spies. The charges against us are simply not true," said Foreman.

From BBC

“Regarding the 2013 conviction, it is important to note that I have always maintained my innocence.”

From The Wall Street Journal

By then, Wiederhorn had stepped down as CEO while maintaining his innocence.

From The Wall Street Journal