Blaming: meaning, definitions and examples

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blaming

[ˈbleɪmɪŋ ]

Definitions

^{Context #1 | Verb}

in relationships

Assign responsibility for a fault or wrong to someone; attribute as a cause or reason.

Synonyms

accuse, accuse, charge, fault.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
blaming	Used in general situations when someone points out another person's responsibility for a mistake or wrongdoing. Often carries a negative connotation. She is always blaming others for her problems. He blamed the weather for his bad mood.
accuse	Generally used in a formal or serious context when someone is said to have done something wrong, often in a legal sense. He was accused of stealing money from the company. She accused him of cheating during the exam.
charge	Usually used in legal contexts when formal allegations are brought against someone. The police charged him with robbery. He faced multiple charges of fraud.
fault	Commonly used to indicate culpability or responsibility, but can also refer to a defect or imperfection. It tends to be less formal. It's not my fault that we are late. The car's engine has a fault.

Examples of usage

She was blaming him for the failure of their relationship.
Don't go around blaming others for your mistakes.

^{Context #2 | Noun}

general

The action of assigning responsibility for a fault or wrong.

Synonyms

accusation, culpability, responsibility.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
blaming	Used when someone is pointing out another person as the cause of a problem or mistake. It often has a negative connotation, implying unfairness or avoidance of personal responsibility. She keeps blaming her colleagues for her own mistakes
accusation	Used when someone formally states that another person is guilty of a crime or wrongdoing. It can be part of legal proceedings or informal conflicts and usually carries a serious tone. The lawyer's accusation shocked everyone in the courtroom
responsibility	Used to denote the state or fact of having a duty to deal with something or of having control over someone. It can be positive or neutral, focusing on duty rather than fault. She accepted the responsibility of leading the project
culpability	Used to describe the state of being responsible for something bad or blameworthy. It tends to have a formal or legal tone. The investigation will determine the company's culpability in the accident

Examples of usage

Blaming others is not a solution to the problem.
Stop the blame game and focus on finding a solution.

Interesting Facts

Psychology

Blaming others can be a defense mechanism to protect oneself from feeling guilty or anxious.
This behavior can lead to a cycle of negativity, making it harder for relationships to heal because it often ignores personal responsibility.
Research shows that when people blame others, it can be linked to lower emotional intelligence and difficulty in self-reflection.

Society

In conflict situations, assigning blame can escalate tensions and hinder resolution.
Public figures are often held accountable for their actions, leading to blame as a common theme in political discourse.
The concept of scapegoating involves blaming a person or group for problems they did not cause, often to divert attention from the real issues.

Literature

Many stories explore the theme of blame, examining how it affects characters' lives and relationships.
Classic tragedies often center around characters whose flaws lead them to blame themselves or others, resulting in dramatic consequences.
Contemporary novels frequently address the themes of shared responsibility versus individual blame in familial and societal contexts.

Communication

Blame can affect how people communicate; it can create defensiveness rather than open dialogue.
Using 'I' statements instead of 'you' statements can reduce blaming and lead to more constructive conversations.
In mediation and conflict resolution, a focus on understanding instead of blaming is crucial for finding common ground.

Philosophy

Philosophers debate about whether blame is moral or ethical, especially in cases where intent is unclear.
The idea of moral responsibility raises complex questions about free will, complicating the concept of blame.
Existentialist philosophers suggest that people should take responsibility for their actions instead of blaming external circumstances.

Translations

Translations of the word "blaming" in other languages:

🇵🇹 culpando

🇮🇳 दोषारोपण

🇩🇪 beschuldigen

🇮🇩 menyalahkan

🇺🇦 звинувачення

🇵🇱 obwinianie

🇯🇵 非難する

🇫🇷 blâmer

🇪🇸 culpando

🇹🇷 suçlama

🇰🇷 비난

🇸🇦 لوم

🇨🇿 obviňování

🇸🇰 obviňovanie

🇨🇳 责备

🇸🇮 kriviti

🇮🇸 ásaka

🇰🇿 айыптау

🇬🇪 დადანაშაულება

🇦🇿 ittiham

🇲🇽 culpando

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #15,502, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.

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