Regretful Definition & Meaning
regretful
- adjective
- feeling or expressing regret or sorrow or a sense of loss over something done or undone; "felt regretful over his vanished youth"; "regretful over mistakes she had made"; "he felt bad about breaking the vase"
"Regretful" in song lyrics
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"Lonely and regretful"
Eligh — Second Chances
Words that rhyme with regretful
Usage tips for "regretful"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "regretful" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for regretful to find words that pair well.
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does regretful mean?
- feeling or expressing regret or sorrow or a sense of loss over something done or undone; "felt regretful over his vanished youth"; "regretful over mistakes she had made"; "he felt bad about breaking the vase"
- What part of speech is regretful?
- Regretful is an adjective.