regret

noun B2

Meaning

Regret is a feeling of sadness or disappointment about something that has happened or been done, especially a loss or missed opportunity.
💡 A common mistake is to confuse "regret" with "remorse," which implies a stronger sense of guilt.

Example Sentences

I feel some regret about not studying harder for the test .
I felt deep regret after making the wrong decision .
The company expressed deep regret over the recent data breach .

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