Recrimination/rɪˌkrɪmɪˈneɪʃn/ Definition 1 of 1Pro Tip 1/3Blame Game Used when exchanging accusations, suggesting a back-and-forth argument. Every meeting just ends in recriminations; no one takes responsibility. Pro Tip 2/3Negative Connotation 'Recrimination' implies negativity and can make a conversation feel hostile. The peace talks broke down amid bitter recriminations. Pro Tip 3/3Conflict Resolution Avoid in problem-solving, where it can hinder finding a constructive solution. To reach a compromise, they had to stop the mutual recriminations.