100 Examples of sentences containing the adjective "guilty"

Definition

The adjective guilty refers to the state of having committed a wrong or offense, especially in a legal context. It can also describe a feeling of remorse or responsibility for a wrongdoing.

1. Legally Responsible: Describes someone who has been found to have committed a crime or offense.
2. Emotionally Remorseful: Refers to a feeling of regret or shame for having done something wrong or for having failed to do something right.

Synonyms

• Culpable
• Blameworthy
• At fault
• Remorseful
• Contrite
• Apologetic
• Responsible

Antonyms

• Innocent
• Blameless
• Exonerated
• Justified
• Clear
• Not guilty

Examples

1. The jury found him guilty of theft.
2. She felt guilty for missing her friend's wedding.
3. The guilty verdict shocked the community.
4. He had a guilty conscience after lying to his parents.
5. The guilty party admitted their mistakes in court.
6. I felt guilty for not helping her when she needed it.
7. His guilty expression gave away his secret.
8. The guilty plea was unexpected.
9. She wore a guilty look after breaking the vase.
10. The guilty defendant was sentenced to five years.
11. He tried to hide his guilty feelings from everyone.
12. The guilty actions of the company led to a scandal.
13. She felt guilty for not studying harder.
14. The guilty man was apprehended by the police.
15. He showed a guilty demeanor during the interrogation.
16. Her guilty conscience kept her up at night.
17. The guilty party has been apprehended.
18. They found evidence that made him look guilty.
19. She apologized, feeling guilty for her harsh words.
20. The guilty verdict was a relief to the victims' families.
21. He was guilty of betraying his best friend.
22. The guilty feelings lingered long after the event.
23. The judge declared him guilty without hesitation.
24. She felt guilty for leaving her dog alone.
25. The guilty conscience of the witness troubled him.
26. He was relieved to be found not guilty.
27. The guilty decision weighed heavily on her.
28. Everyone could see that he looked guilty.
29. She felt guilty for not calling her mother.
30. The guilty silence in the room was palpable.
31. The guilty party tried to cover up their actions.
32. He was guilty of neglecting his studies.
33. The guilty party had a lot of explaining to do.
34. I felt guilty for not standing up for him.
35. The evidence made it clear that he was guilty.
36. She had a guilty pleasure in watching reality TV.
37. The guilty verdict was met with mixed reactions.
38. He looked guilty as he confessed.
39. She felt guilty after arguing with her friend.
40. The guilty conscience is often harder to bear than punishment.
41. The guilty party was ordered to pay restitution.
42. He was found guilty of fraud in the trial.
43. She had a guilty expression when confronted.
44. The guilty man escaped punishment for years.
45. Her guilty thoughts haunted her.
46. The guilty act was caught on camera.
47. He felt guilty for eating the last piece of cake.
48. The guilty feeling made it hard to enjoy the party.
49. The guilty plea bargain reduced his sentence.
50. He was guilty of breaking the rules.
51. She felt guilty after forgetting her friend's birthday.
52. The guilty party fled the scene.
53. He had a guilty expression after the prank.
54. The guilty feelings surfaced during therapy.
55. She often felt guilty for her success.
56. The guilty party was apprehended quickly.
57. He looked guilty when asked about the missing money.
58. The guilty verdict was a shock to everyone involved.
59. She felt guilty for being late to the meeting.
60. The guilty secrets began to unravel.
61. He had a guilty pleasure in indulging in dessert.
62. The guilty party was never found.
63. She felt guilty for her role in the argument.
64. The guilty conscience was a heavy burden.
65. He felt guilty for not being there for his friend.
66. The guilty party made a public apology.
67. She had a guilty smile on her face.
68. The guilty verdict was announced after a long trial.
69. He felt guilty for not following through with his promises.
70. The guilty party received a harsh sentence.
71. Her guilty look gave her away.
72. He felt guilty for not sharing the credit.
73. The guilty act had serious consequences.
74. She felt guilty for not being more supportive.
75. The guilty party was finally brought to justice.
76. He had a guilty conscience about his actions.
77. The guilty verdict was a relief to the community.
78. She felt guilty for not being more involved.
79. The guilty secret weighed heavily on her.
80. He looked guilty under scrutiny.
81. The guilty party was caught red-handed.
82. She felt guilty for her harsh words.
83. The guilty feelings were overwhelming.
84. He was guilty of neglecting his duties.
85. The guilty party faced severe penalties.
86. She felt guilty for not reaching out.
87. The guilty conscience led him to confess.
88. He was found guilty of all charges.
89. The guilty act had far-reaching implications.
90. She felt guilty for enjoying the movie.
91. The guilty verdict was celebrated by the victims.
92. He had a guilty expression when he entered the room.
93. The guilty feelings consumed him after the mistake.
94. She felt guilty for not taking action sooner.
95. The guilty party was tried in court.
96. He felt guilty for being so harsh with her.
97. The guilty actions were uncovered in the investigation.
98. She felt guilty for being happy when others were sad.
99. The guilty party was sentenced to community service.
100. He had a guilty conscience about his decision.