I. verb
Synonyms: criticize , censure, condemn, denounce, denunciate, knock, rap, reprehend, reprobate, skin
Related Word: accuse, charge; impute
Idioms: lay at one's door ( or doorstep), lay ( or put) the blame on
Contrasted words: exculpate, vindicate; praise
II. noun
responsibility for misdeed or delinquency
accepted the blame for his foolish act
Synonyms: culpability, fault, guilt, onus
Related Word: accountability, answerability, liability; accusation, charge, imputation; censure, condemnation, denunciation, reprehension
Idioms: burden of guilt
Contrasted words: commendation, compliment; acclaim, applause, praise