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noun
A feeling of guiltiness, as if one has done something wrong.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: uncountable
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Synonyms: bad conscience
Antonyms: none provided
noun
remorse caused by feeling responsible for some offense
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
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Synonyms: guilt, guilt feelings, guilt trip
Antonyms: none provided
Broader terms: compunction, remorse, self-reproach
Narrower terms: survivor guilt
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