What is another word for feeling remorse?
Pronunciation: [fˈiːlɪŋ ɹɪmˈɔːs] (IPA) 
Feeling remorse is a complex emotion that can occur when one has done something wrong or hurtful to another person. There are many synonyms for feeling remorse, including regret, guilt, shame, contrition, penitence, and sorrow. Regret refers to the feeling of sadness or disappointment over a decision or action taken in the past. Guilt is a similar emotion that involves feeling responsible for a negative outcome or consequence. Shame is a more intense feeling of embarrassment or humiliation that often stems from a moral failure. Contrition and penitence are closely related to remorse and involve a sincere desire to make amends for one's actions. Sorrow is a general feeling of sadness or grief that can be brought on by a variety of circumstances, including remorse.
