guiltiness

noun

Definition of guiltinessnext
as in sinfulness

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  1. sinfulness
  2. guilt
  3. complicity
  4. culpability
Noun
  • But soon after, in Genesis 18, God tells Abraham of plans to investigate reports of sinfulness in Sodom and Gomorrah.
    — Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 2 July 2026
  • Denver author Josiah Hesse was raised by Evangelical parents in churches that believe in the torments of hell, that their poverty is due to their sinfulness and lack of faith.
    — Sandra Dallas, Denver Post, 1 Feb. 2026
Definition of sinfulness
Noun
  • There are other options, but regardless of what’s on the table for the future, burnout deserves to be taken seriously rather than explained away out of pride, guilt, or habit.
    — Scott Hanson, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026
  • Crafted with better-for-you ingredients, Javvy's Instant Protein Coffee blend and viral Coffee Concentrate deliver guilt-free indulgence, offering craveable flavors without compromise.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 2 July 2026
Definition of guilt
Noun
  • Yorgen Fenech, 44, was charged with complicity in her killing and criminal association.
    — Reuters, NBC news, 2 July 2026
  • The book beautifully captures the delicate line between love and hate, between victimhood and complicity.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 1 July 2026
Definition of complicity
Noun
  • An assist, a breathtaking last-gasp clearance, and some culpability in the Canadian equalizer.
    — Amy Lawrence, New York Times, 12 June 2026
  • Then, during the criminal proceedings, he was diagnosed with a rare neurological condition, leaving his culpability in doubt.
    — Hannah Jocelyn, New Yorker, 11 June 2026
Definition of culpability
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