Pronunciation: /ˈɪnəsəns/
noun the state or quality of being innocent; freedom from sin or moral wrong
A1 Children possess a natural innocence that should be protected.
A2 The puppy's playful actions showed its innocence.
B1 His lawyer argued that his innocence was evident from the lack of evidence.
B2 The artist's work often explores themes of innocence and experience.
C1 The documentary shed light on the loss of innocence in war-torn countries.
C2 The novel delves deep into the complexities of human innocence and guilt.
adjective innocent (related to the state of being innocent)
A1 She had an innocence about her that was endearing to everyone she met.
A2 The child's innocence was evident in the way he trusted everyone he encountered.
B1 His innocence led him to believe in the goodness of people, even in the face of adversity.
B2 Despite her difficult past, she still maintained a sense of innocence that was refreshing to those around her.
C1 The artist's work was praised for its ability to capture the essence of innocence in a complex world.
C2 Her innocence was a rare quality that set her apart from others in the industry.
formal The defendant's innocence was proven beyond a reasonable doubt in court.
informal She maintained her innocence throughout the entire investigation.
slang I can't believe he got away with it, he played the innocence card so well.
figurative The innocence of a child is a precious thing that should be protected at all costs.
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