Guiltlessly: meaning, definitions and examples
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guiltlessly
[ ˈɡɪltləsli ]
in a manner without guilt or blame
In a guiltless manner; without feeling or being accused of wrongdoing.
Synonyms
blamelessly, innocently, purely.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
| Word | Description / Examples |
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| guiltlessly |
This word is used when someone has done something without feeling any guilt or remorse, often implying that the person was not at fault.
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| innocently |
This word describes actions or states that are free from guilt or wrongdoing, often used when someone is naive or unaware of the consequences.
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| blamelessly |
This word implies that someone is free from blame or responsibility for something. It emphasizes the absence of fault or wrongdoing.
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| purely |
This word conveys a sense of being without any contamination, corruption, or ulterior motives. It’s often used to describe intentions or qualities that are wholehearted and honest.
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Examples of usage
- She smiled guiltlessly, unaware of the trouble she had caused.
- He walked guiltlessly down the street, his conscience clear.
Translations
Translations of the word "guiltlessly" in other languages:
🇵🇹 sem culpa
🇮🇳 निर्दोषता से
🇩🇪 unschuldig
🇮🇩 tanpa rasa bersalah
🇺🇦 без вини
🇵🇱 niewinnie
🇯🇵 罪なく
🇫🇷 sans culpabilité
🇪🇸 sin culpa
🇹🇷 suçsuzca
🇰🇷 죄 없이
🇸🇦 بدون ذنب
🇨🇿 nevinně
🇸🇰 nevinne
🇨🇳 无罪
🇸🇮 nedolžno
🇮🇸 saklauslega
🇰🇿 кінәсіз
🇬🇪 უდანაშაულოდ
🇦🇿 günahsız
🇲🇽 sin culpa
Etymology
The word 'guiltlessly' is derived from the word 'guiltless', which originated in the late 14th century. The suffix -ly is added to form the adverb 'guiltlessly', meaning without guilt or blame. The concept of guiltlessness has been explored in various philosophical and psychological contexts, highlighting the importance of moral responsibility and conscience. The adverb 'guiltlessly' is commonly used in literature, conversations, and everyday language to describe actions or behaviors that are free from guilt or blame.
See also: guilt, guiltily, guiltless, guiltlessness, guilty.