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blameless

 

[หˆbleษชmlษ™s ]

Definitions

Context #1 | Adjective

in moral terms

Without fault; innocent.

Synonyms

guiltless, innocent, pure.

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Word Description / Examples
blameless

Used to describe someone who is free from blame or fault, often in a moral or ethical context.

  • The judge found the defendant blameless in the case
  • She lived a blameless life, always helping others
innocent

Generally used to describe someone who has not committed a crime or wrongdoing, often in legal contexts. Can also describe someone who is naive or inexperienced.

  • The jury found her innocent of all charges
  • The child was innocent and had no idea about the complexities of life
guiltless

Describes someone who is free from guilt, especially in a legal or moral situation. This term is slightly more formal.

  • He was declared guiltless after the investigation
  • Her actions were misinterpreted; she was guiltless of any wrongdoing
pure

Used to describe someone or something that is pristine, untainted, or morally clean. Often has a strong positive connotation.

  • Her intentions were pure, always aiming to help others
  • The water in the mountain stream was pure and refreshing

Examples of usage

  • She was a blameless victim of the crime.
  • His actions were blameless and beyond reproach.
  • The blameless child was unfairly punished.
Context #2 | Adjective

in legal terms

Not deserving of blame or censure in a legal sense.

Synonyms

clear, innocent, not guilty.

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blameless

Used when someone is free from blame or fault. Often in formal or serious contexts.

  • Her actions were considered blameless in the eyes of the court.
  • He remained blameless throughout the entire ordeal.
innocent

Best used to describe someone who has not committed a crime; often used emotionally or when talking about children.

  • The child was completely innocent of any wrongdoing.
  • He spent years in prison before finally being proven innocent.
not guilty

Specifically used in legal contexts to indicate a formal acquittal in court.

  • The defendant was found not guilty by the jury.
  • She pleaded not guilty to all charges.
clear

Often used informally to indicate that someone is not under suspicion or has been exonerated. It can also be used formally.

  • After the investigation, he was cleared of all charges.
  • She was clear of any involvement in the scandal.

Examples of usage

  • The defendant was deemed blameless in the court of law.
  • In the eyes of the law, he was considered blameless.
  • The evidence proved his blameless involvement in the crime.

Translations

Translations of the word "blameless" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น inocente

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคจเคฟเคฐเฅเคฆเฅ‹เคท

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช unschuldig

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ tidak bersalah

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฝะตะฒะธะฝะฝะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ niewinny

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ็„กๅฎŸใฎ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท innocent

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ inocente

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท suรงsuz

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ฒฐ๋ฐฑํ•œ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุจุฑูŠุก

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ nevinnรฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ nevinnรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆ— ่พœ็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ nedolลพen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ saklaus

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะบั–ะฝำ™ัั–ะท

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฃแƒ“แƒแƒœแƒแƒจแƒแƒฃแƒšแƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ gรผnahsฤฑz

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ inocente

Etymology

The word 'blameless' dates back to the 14th century and is derived from the combination of 'blame' and the suffix '-less', meaning 'without'. It has been used in English literature and language to describe individuals who are free from fault or guilt in various contexts, including moral and legal aspects.

See also: blamable, blamably, blame, blamefully, blamelessly, blamelessness, blamer, blameworthily, blameworthy, blaming.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #19,127, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.