Innocence Definition & Meaning

innocence
noun
  1. the quality of innocent naivete
  2. the state of being unsullied by sin or moral wrong; lacking a knowledge of evil
  3. a state or condition of being innocent of a specific crime or offense; "the trial established his innocence"

"Innocence" in song lyrics

See how innocence is used in real songs:

  • "Ever since those convinced of lost innocence"
    3rd Bass — No Master Plan No Master Race
  • "Of innocence"
    Aesop Rock — Dryspell
  • "I grimace, took me one hours blink to conclude that sickly innocence"
    Aesop Rock — Dryspell

Usage tips for "innocence"

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