to say or think that someone or something did something wrong or is responsible for something bad happening
Hugh blames his mother for his lack of confidence.
Hugh blames his lack of confidence on his mother.
She didn't want to blame anyone for the mistake but instead sought a solution to rectify it.
The team was quick to blame the communication breakdown for the project's delay.
It's important to assess the situation objectively before placing blame on individuals, as mistakes can often result from systemic issues.
