Synonyms for

Regretted

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

Definition

To feel sorry or remorseful about something that happened in the past.

Synonyms & similar words

repent rue regret lamented rue bemoaned repented apologized bewailed deplored lamented mourned penitent remorseful sorry ashamed contrite guilty penitent repentant shamefaced sorrowful woeful

Synonyms by register

Formal

lamented deplored mourned

Informal

wished undone kicked oneself over felt bad about

Literary

bewailed grieved

Antonyms

celebrated approved endorsed welcomed cherished rejoiced

Common collocations

  • deeply regretted
  • greatly regretted
  • never regretted
  • regretted deeply
  • regretted the decision
  • regretted not
  • regretted the loss

Word family

noun regret
verb regret
adjective regrettable
adverb regrettably

Usage note

Regretted is the past tense and past participle of regret. It often implies a feeling of sorrow or disappointment over something that has happened or been done.

Example sentences

  1. She regretted eating the whole cake.
  2. He regretted not going to the party.
  3. I regretted not asking for help.
  4. She regretted not studying harder for the exam.
  5. He regretted not taking the job offer.

Quotes

  • Never regret anything that made you smile.
  • Regret is a waste of time.
  • Regret is an odd emotion because it comes only upon reflection.

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