Guilty Definition & Meaning
guilty
- adjective
- responsible for or chargeable with a reprehensible act; "guilty of murder"; "the guilty person"; "secret guilty deeds"
- showing a sense of guilt; "a guilty look"; "the hangdog and shamefaced air of the retreating enemy"- Eric Linklater
"Guilty" in song lyrics
See how guilty is used in real songs:
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"I hate the jury, that said I was guilty"
9th Prince — Love/Hate -
"I gotta get me, through the madness, even though I'm guilty"
Above the Law f/ Frost — City of Angels (Remix) -
"then after I look I'm supposed to feel guilty?"
Apathy — Know What You Want
Words that rhyme with guilty
Usage tips for "guilty"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "guilty" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for guilty to find words that pair well.
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does guilty mean?
- responsible for or chargeable with a reprehensible act; "guilty of murder"; "the guilty person"; "secret guilty deeds" showing a sense of guilt; "a guilty look"; "the hangdog and shamefaced air of the retreating enemy"- Eric Linklater
- What part of speech is guilty?
- Guilty is an adjective.
- How many definitions does guilty have?
- Guilty has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (adjective).