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Remorse

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Strong Emotion

Remorse is a strong, painful emotion, deeper than just feeling sorry.

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After realizing the hurt he caused, his remorse kept him awake at night.
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Moral Weight

Remorse implies an awareness and rejection of wrong behavior.

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She returned the stolen money, overwhelmed by remorse.
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Desire to Amend

Remorse often includes a wish to fix or undo the harm done.

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Out of remorse, he apologized and tried to repair the damage.
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