Meaning of the word blame in English

What does blame mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

blame

US /bleɪm/

UK /bleɪm/

responsibility for a fault or wrong

Example:

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She took all the blame for the mistake.

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The company placed the blame on the faulty equipment.

Synonym:

fault culpability guilt responsibility accountability

feel or state that (someone or something) is responsible for a fault or wrong

Example:

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Don't blame me for your problems.

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They blamed the bad weather for the delay.

Synonym:

accuse reproach censure condemn criticize