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GUILT

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Guilt.

Guilt - as a noun

The state of having committed an offense

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
guiltiness11
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
condition12status6
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
innocence13

Remorse caused by feeling responsible for some offense

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
guilt feelingsguilt tripguilty conscience
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
compunction19remorse9self-reproach
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Guilt - as a verb

To commit offenses; act criminally.

To cause someone to feel guilt, particularly in order to influence their behaviour.

Example: "He didn't want to do it, but his wife guilted him into it."

Example Sentences

"He felt a deep sense of guilt for betraying his friend's trust."
"She carried a heavy burden of guilt after the accident."
"The guilt was eating away at him, causing sleepless nights."
"His guilt was evident from the way he avoided eye contact."
"She couldn't shake off the feelings of guilt, even though it wasn't her fault."
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Word Game Points

Is GUILT a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, guilt is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

GUILT has a SCRABBLE points total of 6.

Is GUILT a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, guilt is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
GUILT has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 9.

Is GUILT a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, guilt is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
GUILT has a WORDFEUD points total of 8.

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