The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 6 letter word GUILTY
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What does GUILTY mean?
GUILTY noun- A plea by a defendant who does not contest a charge.
- A verdict of a judge or jury on a defendant judged to have committed a crime.
- One who is declared guilty of a crime.
- Responsible for a dishonest act.
- Judged to have committed a crime.
- Having a sense of guilt.
- Blameworthy.