remorseful
8 synonyms and 10 antonyms for remorseful, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adjective — Feeling genuinely sorry for something you did wrong.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
remorseless
unremorseful
unrepentant
impenitent
obdurate
recidivistic
unapologetic
unbowed
uncontrite
unreformed
How to use remorseful
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
deeply remorseful
remorseful about
a remorseful apology
Etymology
Built from "remorse" (from Latin remordere, "to bite back" — the idea of guilt gnawing at you) plus the adjective ending "-ful."
Full origin of remorseful →Frequently asked questions
What does “remorseful” mean?
The word “remorseful” means feeling genuinely sorry for something you did wrong. In plain terms, feeling bad or guilty about something you did.
How do you pronounce “remorseful”?
“Remorseful” is pronounced rih-MAWS-fuul (/ɹɪˈmɔː(ɹ)sfʊl/ in IPA).
How do you use “remorseful” in a sentence?
Here is “remorseful” used in a sentence: “He seemed truly remorseful about missing her birthday.”
What is another word for “remorseful”?
Words with a similar meaning to “remorseful” include penitent, apologetic, regretful, repentant, contrite and guilt-ridden.
What is the opposite of “remorseful”?
The opposite of “remorseful” — its antonyms — are remorseless, unremorseful, unrepentant, impenitent and obdurate.
What part of speech is “remorseful”?
“Remorseful” is an adjective.
Where does the word “remorseful” come from?
The word “remorseful” comes from Latin. Built from "remorse" (from Latin remordere, "to bite back" — the idea of guilt gnawing at you) plus the adjective ending "-ful.".
