😔remorse

noun
/rɪˈmɔːrs/

Meaning

A deep feeling of regret or guilt for a wrong committed.
deep regret or guilt for a wrong committed; bitter regret for something done

Example Sentences

He was filled with remorse after lying to his friend.

He felt deep remorse for his actions.

Example Expressions

remorse of conscience

Synonyms

regret, guilt, penitence, contrition, shame, repentance, sorrow
Entry 1
regret, guilt, penitence, contrition, shame
Entry 2
regret, guilt, repentance, sorrow

Antonyms

indifference, remorselessness, satisfaction, pride, contentment, joy
Entry 1
indifference, remorselessness, satisfaction
Entry 2
satisfaction, pride, contentment, joy

Collocations

deep remorse, show remorse, feel remorse, express remorse, without remorse
Entry 1
deep remorse, show remorse, feel remorse, express remorse
Entry 2
deep remorse, feel remorse, show remorse, without remorse

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