What is the antonym (opposite) of the word ‘Innocent’?

Explanation

‘Innocent’ means not guilty of a crime or wrongdoing, so its most direct opposite is ‘guilty,’ as in ‘The jury found the defendant guilty.’ While ‘naive’ can sometimes describe a related quality of inexperience, it is not a true opposite of ‘innocent’ in the legal or moral sense most commonly tested. This pair is a frequent choice in exams because of its clear, unambiguous legal and moral contrast. Explore more English MCQs on mcqstutor to keep practicing.