Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

culpa

Noun

/ˈkʌlpə/

Definition

A Latin term meaning ‘fault’ or ‘blame’.

Examples

He felt a sense of culpa for not helping her when she needed it most.
The lawyer argued that his client should not be held to culpa since he was unaware of the actions he was accused of.
In moral philosophy, culpa often explores the nature of responsibility and accountability.

Meaning

Culpa refers to the concept of guilt or responsibility for a wrongdoing, particularly in legal contexts where it denotes a fault that may lead to liability.