Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

burden-of-guilt

noun

/ˈbɜrdən əv ɡɪlt/

Definition

The feeling of weight or pressure caused by one’s sense of wrong-doing or moral responsibility.

Examples

After the accident, he carried a heavy burden-of-guilt for not being more careful.
She felt a burden-of-guilt for not being there for her friend in a time of need.

Meaning

Burden-of-guilt refers to the emotional and psychological stress one feels when they believe they have committed an offense or harmed someone in some way. This feeling can lead to anxiety, regret, and a sense of accountability.