remorse
5 antonyms for remorse — opposites grouped by meaning.
Noun — A deep feeling of guilt or regret for having done something wrong.
Antonyms
How to use remorse
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
show remorse
without remorse
feel remorse
Etymology
From Old French remors, from Medieval Latin remorsus, from Latin remordere ("to bite back") — the idea of guilt "biting" at your conscience.
Full origin of remorse →Frequently asked questions
What does “remorse” mean?
The word “remorse” means a deep feeling of guilt or regret for having done something wrong. In plain terms, a strong sense of guilt for something you've done, often lasting after the fact.
How do you pronounce “remorse”?
“Remorse” is pronounced rih-MAWS (/ɹɪˈmɔɹs/ in IPA).
How do you use “remorse” in a sentence?
Here is “remorse” used in a sentence: “He showed no remorse for the harm he had caused.”
What is another word for “remorse”?
Words with a similar meaning to “remorse” include agenbite, rue, ruth, compunction, contrition and guilt.
What is the opposite of “remorse”?
The opposite of “remorse” — its antonyms — are apathy, irrepentance, nonrepentance, unremorsefulness and unrepentance.
What part of speech is “remorse”?
“Remorse” is a noun.
Where does the word “remorse” come from?
The word “remorse” comes from Medieval Latin. From Old French remors, from Medieval Latin remorsus, from Latin remordere ("to bite back") — the idea of guilt "biting" at your conscience.
Is “remorse” a common word?
“Remorse” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the C1 level.
