self-reproach

noun
UK: /ˌself.rɪˈproʊtʃ/
US: /ˌself.rɪˈproʊtʃ/

  1. The feeling of guilt or disappointment about something you have done.

    1. She felt self-reproach after the argument.
    2. He was filled with self-reproach for not helping his friend when he had the chance.

Synonyms

remorse regret guilt
self-reproach verb

  1. To blame or criticize yourself, often intensely and with feelings of guilt.

    1. I self-reproach when I make mistakes.
    2. She began to self-reproach after realizing the impact of her harsh words on the team.

Frequently Asked Questions

The phonetic transcription of "self-reproach" is /ˌself.rɪˈproʊtʃ/ in British English and /ˌself.rɪˈproʊtʃ/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "self-reproach": remorse, regret, guilt.

Example usage of "self-reproach": "She felt self-reproach after the argument.". More examples on the page.