compunction

1. A feeling of deep regret (usually for some misdeed) (synset 107551462)
   is a type of: regret, rue, ruefulness, sorrow - sadness associated with some wrong done or some disappointment
   subtypes:

   • guilt, guilt feelings, guilt trip, guilty conscience - remorse caused by feeling responsible for some offense
   • penance, penitence, repentance - remorse for your past conduct
   same as: remorse, self-reproach

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