Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Showing results for blame. Search instead for klampe.
Definitions

blame

[bleym] / bleɪm /
NOUN
condemnation
Synonyms
STRONGEST
criticism
STRONG
accusation animadversion arraignment attack attribution castigation censure charge chiding complaint denunciation depreciation diatribe disapprobation disapproval disfavor disparagement expostulation impeachment implication imputation incrimination inculpation indictment invective objurgation obloquy opposition rebuke recrimination remonstrance reprehension reprimand reproach reprobation reproof repudiation slur tirade
WEAK
exprobation
Antonyms
STRONG
acquittal approval commendation compliment endorsement exculpation exoneration flattery harmony health peace praise ratification recommendation retreat sanction
WEAK
applause exaltation thanks
NOUN
responsibility
Synonyms
STRONGEST
accountability burden culpability fault guilt liability onus
STRONG
answerability incrimination rap
Antonyms
STRONGEST
aid benefit blessing help
WEAK
applause commendation exaltation exculpation exoneration praise thanks
VERB
accuse; place responsibility
Synonyms
STRONGEST
attribute charge chide condemn criticize denounce indict
STRONG
admonish ascribe blast censure disapprove finger frame impute knock rap rebuke reprehend reproach reprove roast saddle skin tax upbraid
WEAK
blow the whistle on climb all over denunciate express disapprobation find fault with hold responsible jump all over jump down one's throat lay a bad trip on lay at one's door lay to let one have it lower the boom pass the buck point the finger stick it to
Antonyms
STRONGEST
absolve acquit approve compliment exonerate free laud praise
STRONG
endorse flatter sanction
WEAK
applaud commend exalt exculpate thank

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.

He's getting the blame: his original judgment that he could clear Mandelson for take-off to DC despite the vetting agency's concerns will take a hammering.

From BBC • Apr. 18, 2026

Maybe they do blame themselves, and are paralyzed by an unfounded shame.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2026

So many of your ideas have focused on blame and who’s to blame for whatever actions.

From Slate • Apr. 13, 2026

Police and prosecutors raided the headquarters of the National Office of Electoral Processes in an effort to find out who was to blame.

From Barron's • Apr. 13, 2026

In public, Kennedy accepted blame for the Bay of Pigs disaster.

From "Fallout: Spies, Superbombs, and the Ultimate Cold War Showdown" by Steve Sheinkin

Vocabulary lists containing blame

Common Five-letter Words for Wordle, List 4

Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!

Beowulf vocabulary

Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!

"The Jacket"

Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!