Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
innocent
adjective
/ˈɪn.ə.sənt/
Definition
Free from guilt or wrongdoing; lacking knowledge of evil or harm.
Examples
- She maintained her innocent demeanor despite the accusations.
- The child looked innocent as he played in the garden.
- His innocent questions revealed his curiosity about the world.
Meaning
Innocent refers to someone who has not committed any crimes or has not done anything wrong. It can also describe a state of being unaware of something that is harmful or wrong.
Synonyms
- naive
- blameless
- guiltless
- unblemished
- uncomplicated