Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pang-of-guilt
phrase
pæŋ əv ɡɪlt
Definition
A sharp feeling of remorse or regret associated with one’s actions or decisions.
Examples
- After lying to her friend, she was hit by a pang-of-guilt that lingered all day.
- The pang-of-guilt was unbearable when he realized how his actions had hurt others.
- He experienced a deep pang-of-guilt after forgetting his mother’s birthday.
Meaning
The pang-of-guilt refers to the uncomfortable sensation that arises when one feels responsible for a wrongdoing or mistake, often leading to a desire to make amends.
Synonyms
- remorse
- regret
- compunction
- contrition
