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blameless

|blame-less|

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/ˈbleɪm.ləs/

innocent

Etymology
Etymology Information

'blameless' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'blameles', where 'blame' meant 'to find fault with' and '-less' meant 'without'.

Historical Evolution

'blameles' transformed into the modern English word 'blameless'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'without fault or guilt', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

free from or not deserving blame; innocent.

The investigation found her to be blameless in the incident.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39