Compunctious

Synonyms of compunctious

• penitent
• contrite
• remorseful

Antonyms of compunctious

• unapologetic
• unrepentant
• unremorseful

Collocations of compunctious

compunctious feelings

Frequency: 70 %

She couldn't shake off the compunctious feelings that haunted her.

compunctious remorse

Frequency: 60 %

He felt compunctious remorse for his actions and sought forgiveness.

compunctious guilt

Frequency: 50 %

The weight of compunctious guilt consumed him as he reflected on his mistakes.

compunctious behavior

Frequency: 45 %

Her compunctious behavior towards others showed her genuine remorse.

compunctious apology

Frequency: 40 %

His compunctious apology was heartfelt and sincere.

Idiomatic Expressions for compunctious

• Phrase: compunctious visitings of nature
  Meaning: feelings of guilt or remorse
  Usage: This phrase is often used to describe the internal struggle or feelings of regret that someone experiences after committing a wrongdoing.