Synonyms for Regretful & Similar Words
Definition of 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"
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Writing tips for "regretful"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like sorry can replace "regretful" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
"Regretful" in song lyrics
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"Lonely and regretful"
Eligh — Second Chances
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- What are synonyms for regretful?
- Synonyms for regretful include: sorry.
- How many synonyms does regretful have?
- Regretful has 1 synonym.