noun a person who is not guilty of a crime or offense
adjective not guilty of a crime or offense
Innocent soul: a person who is pure and free from sin
Innocent until proven guilty: the legal principle that a person is considered innocent of a crime until proven guilty in a court of law
Innocent child: a young person who is free from guilt or wrongdoing
Innocent bystander: a person who is not involved in a criminal activity but is affected by it
Presumption of innocence: the idea that an individual should be considered innocent until proven guilty
In the context of a writer, 'innocent' may be used to describe a character or situation that is free from guilt or wrongdoing, or to convey a sense of purity or naivety.
In psychology, 'innocent' may be used to refer to a person's state of mind or lack of awareness regarding a certain issue or situation.
In a legal context, 'innocent' is often used to describe someone who is not guilty of a crime or wrongdoing.
Teachers may use 'innocent' to describe a student who is not involved in a particular incident or situation.
Journalists may use 'innocent' to describe a party who is not responsible for a particular event or action.