Remorse/rɪˈmɔːrs/ Definition 1 of 1Pro Tip 1/3Strong Emotion Remorse is a strong, painful emotion, deeper than just feeling sorry. After realizing the hurt he caused, his remorse kept him awake at night. Pro Tip 2/3Moral Weight Remorse implies an awareness and rejection of wrong behavior. She returned the stolen money, overwhelmed by remorse. Pro Tip 3/3Desire to Amend Remorse often includes a wish to fix or undo the harm done. Out of remorse, he apologized and tried to repair the damage.