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compunction
compunction
synonyms
remorse
contrition
self-reproach
repentance
penitence
regret
sorrow
rue
guilt
shame
contriteness
remorsefulness
pangs of conscience
ruefulness
uneasiness
conscience
reluctance
qualms
qualm
self-condemnation
scruples
ruth
scruple
attrition
unease
penance
self-accusation
hesitation
misgivings
penitency
demur
reservations
sorriness
grief
humiliation
sympathy
misgiving
feelings of guilt
pity
hesitancy
pang
anguish
compassion
degradation
prickings of conscience
consideration
unwillingness
twinge of conscience
mercy
sadness
compunction
definitions
noun
A pricking of conscience or a feeling of regret, especially one which is slight or fleeting.