remorses

Meanings

• noun

  feeling of regret or remorse for past actions or omissions

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Variants

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remorse , remorses

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Etymology

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From Old French remor, regret + -s, from remorer, to repent, regret, from re- re- + morir to die

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Trivia

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1. The word 'remorse' comes from the Old French word remor, which means 'to regret'.

2. In some languages, the word for 'remorse' is similar to the word for 'sorrow'. For example, in Spanish, the word for both is 'penitencia'.

3. In psychology, remorse is considered a complex emotional state that involves both cognitive and affective components.

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Related Concepts

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1. regret: A feeling of sadness, repentance, or disappointment over a past action or inaction.

2. penitence: A feeling of regret and contrition for past wrongs, typically accompanied by a desire to make amends.

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Culture

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In literature, remorse is a common theme in many works, particularly in tragedy where a character is ridden with guilt and regret for past actions. One famous example is Macbeth, who is consumed by remorse for his role in the murder of King Duncan.

How to Memorize "remorses"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a person with a heavy burden on their shoulders, representing the weight of their regret and remorse.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'remorse' with the feeling of a heavy heart or a sinking feeling in the pit of your stomach.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the acronym R-E-M-O-R-S: Regret, Examine, Make amends, Own up, Reconcile, Seek forgiveness.

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