Remorse

/rɪˈmɔːrs/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A deep feeling of guilt or regret for a wrong committed.

She felt a strong sense of remorse after realizing the harm her words had caused.

A painful regret for a past action, typically involving a sense of moral culpability.

His remorse was evident as he apologized repeatedly for his mistakes.

A feeling of sadness, regret, or guilt about something that has happened or been done.

There was remorse in his eyes as he reflected on his poor decisions.

Middle English: from Old French 'remors', from Latin 'remorsus', meaning 'biting back'.

remorseful heart

A heart filled with guilt and regret.

feelings of remorse

Emotions associated with guilt or regret after wrongdoing.

no remorse

A phrase indicating a lack of guilt or regret.

contrition

The state of feeling remorseful.

penitence

The feeling of sorrow and regret for having done wrong.

regret

A feeling of sadness or disappointment over something that has happened or been done.

Regret

I’ve got serious regret over that last night.

Oops feeling

That was a total oops feeling when I realized my mistake.