Synonyms for

Regretful

Verb / rɪˈgretfʌl / Another word for regretful — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

feeling or showing regret or remorse

Synonyms & similar words

bad unregretful sorry remorseful sorry penitent contrite apologetic ashamed guilty disappointed unhappy mournful disconsolate sorrowful melancholy woeful plaintive dejected downhearted crestfallen blue morose

Example sentences

  1. He was regretful for not helping his friend.
  2. She felt regretful for not attending the party.
  3. He was regretful for not saving enough money.
  4. She was regretful for not speaking up.
  5. He was regretful for not saying goodbye.

Quotes

  • I have no regrets in my life. I think that everything happens to you for a reason. The hard times that you go through build character, making you a much stronger person.
  • Regret is a terrible thing, to live your life with regret is a horrible thing.
  • There's no regret. You can't regret. I mean, I've felt regret but I've also refused to allow regret to sow a seed and live in me because I don't believe it.

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