innocents
word · lemma: innocent
Definition
People who have not done anything wrong or are free from guilt. Often used to talk about people harmed or affected by something they didn't cause.
Usage & Nuances
Typically used in the plural when talking about victims of violence, disasters, or injustice. Formal and literary; not commonly used in everyday speech except in news or emotional contexts. Not interchangeable with 'children' unless specifically referring to their innocence.
Example Sentences
The war harmed many innocents.
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Children are often seen as innocents.
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Many innocents suffer during disasters.
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It breaks my heart to see so many innocents caught in the crossfire.
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The story highlights the suffering of the innocents during the crisis.
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Unfortunately, innocents often pay the highest price in conflicts.
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