Synonyms of compunction
12 similar words
Another word for compunction is regret. Other synonyms of compunction are guilt, contrition, penitence and self-reproach.
Synonyms and similar words for compunction
nounA pricking of conscience or a feeling of regret, especially one which is slight or fleeting.
- qualm
- regretEmotional pain on account of something done or experienced in the past, with a wish that it had been different; a...
- remorse
- agenbiteRemorse, ayenbite.
- contritionThe state of being contrite; sincere penitence or remorse.
- guiltRegret for having done wrong.
- penitenceThe condition of being penitent; a feeling of regret or remorse for doing wrong or sinning.
- repentance
- self-reproachBlame or condemnation directed at the self, as by the conscience.
- sorriness
- rue archaic, dialectalSorrow; repentance; regret.
- ruth archaicRegret, remorse, repentance.
Meaning of compunction
- noun A pricking of conscience or a feeling of regret, especially one which is slight or fleeting.
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Questions about synonyms of compunction
- What is another word for compunction?
- Compunction has 12 synonyms on Word.ws, such as regret, guilt, contrition, penitence and self-reproach.
- What does compunction mean?
- Compunction means a pricking of conscience or a feeling of regret, especially one which is slight or fleeting.
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