Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Showing results for guilt. Search instead for guilti.
Definitions

guilt

[gilt] / gɪlt /
NOUN
blame; bad conscience over responsibility
Synonyms
STRONGEST
culpability disgrace indiscretion liability regret remorse responsibility shame sin stigma
STRONG
answerability blameworthiness contrition crime criminality delinquency dereliction dishonor error failing fault infamy iniquity lapse malfeasance malpractice misbehavior misconduct misstep offense onus penitence self-condemnation self-reproach sinfulness solecism transgression wickedness wrong
WEAK
malefaction peccability
Antonyms
STRONGEST
happiness honor irresponsibility pride respect satisfaction
STRONG
advantage behavior benefit blessing correction good goodness kindness manners obedience perfection right strength success virtue
WEAK
innocence

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Is it a lack of societal residual guilt from the Holocaust?

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026

During proceedings in September, representatives for Joell-Deshields said his agreement to comply with any court order regarding the return of company property was not an admission of guilt.

From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026

Even if a $150 night out is technically within your budget, the fact that you didn’t anticipate spending that much can stir up guilt or anxiety.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 27, 2026

In the new world of capital jurisprudence, however, nothing is simple, even when it could help determine the guilt or innocence of someone who faces execution.

From Slate • Mar. 27, 2026

I feel a slight pang of guilt for hiding my goal of breaking the world record.

From "Zara’s Rules for Record-Breaking Fun" by Hena Khan