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self-reproach vs regret

regret vs self-reproach

self-reproach and regret both are nouns.

self-reproach is not a verb while regret is a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
self-reproach Yes No No No
regret Yes No Yes No
As nouns, regret is a hypernym of self-reproach; that is, regret is a word with a broader meaning than self-reproach:
  • self-reproach: a feeling of deep regret (usually for some misdeed)
  • regret: sadness associated with some wrong done or some disappointment
Other hypernyms of self-reproach include rue, ruefulness, sorrow.
self-reproach (noun) regret (noun)
the act of blaming yourself sadness associated with some wrong done or some disappointment
a feeling of deep regret (usually for some misdeed)
self-reproach (verb) regret (verb)
decline formally or politely
express with regret
feel remorse for; feel sorry for; be contrite about
feel sad about the loss or absence of
Difference between self-reproach and regret

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