lay blame
- accuseClaim someone did wrong
- faultImperfection or blame
- scapegoatUnfairly blamed person
- point fingersAttribute blame to others
- condemnDeclare wrong or guilty
reproach · guilt · shame · responsibility · deflect · denial · defensive · attack · criticize · judgment · wrongdoing · culprit · target · bitter · resentful · accusation · shifting · dodge
interpersonal orientation
lay blamedefend
Protect from harm
stand by · stick up for · have someone's back · support · shield