Homonym: guilty (Blameworthy)
The term "guilty" refers to the state of having committed an offense or crime. It is often used in legal contexts to describe a person who has been found responsible for wrongdoing after a trial or legal process. A guilty verdict can lead to penalties such as fines, community service, or imprisonment.
In everyday language, feeling guilty can also describe an emotional state where a person feels remorse or regret for their actions. This feeling often arises when someone believes they have harmed another person or violated their own moral standards.