Synonyms of remorseful

6 similar words · 10 opposite words

Another word for remorseful is apologetic. Other synonyms of remorseful are penitent, regretful, repentant, contrite and guilt-ridden. The opposite of remorseful is unrepentant.

Synonyms and similar words for remorseful

penitentFeeling pain or sorrow on account of one's sins or offenses; feeling sincere guilt.
apologeticHaving the character of apology; regretfully excusing.
regretfulFull of feelings of regret, indulging in regrets.
repentantFeeling or showing sorrow for wrongdoing.
contriteSincerely penitent or feeling regret or sorrow, especially for one’s own actions.
guilt-riddenHaving a strong sense of guilt.

remorselessWithout remorse, mercy or pity.
unremorsefulNot remorseful.
unrepentantFeeling or showing no sorrow or regret for wrongdoing.
impenitentNot penitent; specifically (Christianity), not repenting of one's sins; unrepentant.
obdurate
recidivisticBeing a recidivist; inclined to revert to previous behaviours.
unapologeticNot apologetic for having said or done something that causes actual or potential harm, especially when being apologetic...
unbowed
uncontriteNot contrite.
unreformedNot reformed.

What is another word for remorseful?: Remorseful has 6 synonyms on Word.ws, such as apologetic, penitent, regretful, repentant, contrite and guilt-ridden.
What is the opposite of remorseful?: The opposite of remorseful is unrepentant. Other antonyms of remorseful are remorseless and unapologetic.
What does remorseful mean?: Remorseful means feeling or filled with remorse.

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Last updated: 2026-09-02

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