Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Guilt By Association.
Guilt By Association - as a noun
The attribution of guilt (without proof) to individuals because the people they associate with are guilty
Example Sentences
"He was passed over for a promotion due to guilt by association with a coworker who had a bad reputation."
"The politician's campaign suffered from guilt by association with his controversial supporters."
"The innocent person was unfairly judged by guilt by association with a criminal."
"Some people accuse the entire community of guilt by association because of a few individuals' actions."
"The company faced guilt by association when it was discovered that some of its suppliers violated ethical standards."
