self-reproach
self-reproach · self-reproaches
Blame or condemnation directed at the self, as by the conscienceBlame or condemnation directed at the self, as by the conscience.
Meaning
1 senses(countable, uncountable)Blame or condemnation directed at the self, as by the conscience.
More definitions
- the act of blaming yourself
- a feeling of deep regret (usually for some misdeed)
Forms
plural: self-reproaches| Singular | self-reproach |
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Synonyms
3 synonymsClose in meaning
- the act of blaming yourself:self-reproof
- a feeling of deep regret (usually for some misdeed):compunctionremorse
Lessons for this word
1 lessons- A1Countable and uncountable nouns — Because it can be uncountable