English Explanatory Dictionary

guilt by association

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A fallacy where a person or idea is judged guilty or discredited solely due to their connection to someone or something that is viewed negatively, rather than based on their own merits or actions.

Word forms

guilt by association
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