Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
innocence
noun
/ˈɪnəˌsɛns/
Definition
The state of being innocent; lack of guilt or wrongdoing.
Examples
- The child’s eyes were filled with innocence as she played in the garden.
- He stood trial, but his innocence was proven beyond doubt.
- In her innocence, she trusted everyone she met.
Meaning
Innocence refers to a quality of being free from sin, guilt, or wrongdoing. It can also denote a lack of worldly experience or sophistication.
Synonyms
- naivety
- simplicity
- purity
- blamelessness
- innateness
