1. having committed a crime or offense; responsible for wrongdoing
Usage: legal context
2. feeling shame or regret about something one has done

Examples

• The jury found him guilty of theft.
• She pleaded guilty to the charges.
• I feel guilty about forgetting her birthday.
• He had a guilty expression on his face.
• The guilty verdict was announced yesterday.
• She felt guilty for eating the last piece of cake.
• The defendant was declared not guilty.
• His guilty conscience kept him awake at night.