guiltless

guiltless
guiltlessly, adv.guiltlessness, n.
/gilt"lis/, adj.
1. free from guilt; innocent.
2. having no knowledge or experience; innocent (usually fol. by of).
3. destitute or devoid (usually fol. by of): a house guiltless of any charm.
[1150-1200; ME; see GUILT, -LESS]
Syn. 1. See innocent.

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