Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
regret
noun
/rɪˈɡrɛt/
Definition
A feeling of sadness or disappointment about something that has happened or been done, especially a loss or a missed opportunity.
Examples
- She felt a deep sense of regret after not attending her friend’s wedding.
- He looked back with regret on the opportunities he had missed.
- Many people regret their decisions once they see the consequences.
Meaning
Regret is an emotional response that arises when one wishes they had made a different choice or taken a different action in the past.
Synonyms
- remorse
- sorrow
- distress
- repentance
- lament
