Emotions / C1

ri-GRET/rɪˈɡret/

To regret is to feel sorry about a past act or omission; the noun is that feeling: regret a leak, to my regret. Remorse (this batch) is heavier guilt for a wrong; satisfaction sits opposite. Sorry does not rewind a timestamp.

Meaning

To feel sorry about something you did or did not do; also (noun) that feeling.

Examples

• “Regret after an embargo leak does not rewind the timestamp.”
• “Remorse is this batch and heavier. Sorry is everyday. A feeling is private. A clock is the rule. Log the breach; keep the apology for the minute after.”

Good to know

Feel sorry about a past act. Heavier: remorse (this batch). Feeling sorry ≠ a rewound leak.

Near in meaning

sorry

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