Regret

Pronunciation: /rəɡˈrɛt/

Regret (noun)

  1. A feeling of sadness about something you did or didn't do.
  2. A polite expression of sorrow for something that has happened.

Examples

  • She felt a deep regret after the argument.
  • His regret was evident in his voice.

Common collocations: deep regret, express regret, regret about, letter of regret, regret statement

Regret (verb)

  1. To feel sad or disappointed about something you did or didn't do.
  2. To express sorrow or disappointment about something in a polite way.

Examples

  • I regret missing the meeting.
  • They regret not taking the opportunity.

Synonyms of Regret

Formal

Neutral

Informal

Antonyms of Regret

  • expressing joy or satisfaction
  • marking a happy occasion