SELF-REPROACH Synonyms: 37 Similar and Opposite Words

self-reproach

noun

ˌself-ri-ˈprōch

Definition of self-reproach

as in guilt

a feeling of responsibility for wrongdoing he was filled with self-reproach for causing the accident

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Recent Examples of self-reproach On the one hand, self-reproach is a convenient stance for showrunner Ryan Condal to take. — Ben Travers, IndieWire, 15 June 2026 Laughing, by contrast, conveyed that the person understood the mistake was trivial and didn’t require dramatic self-reproach. — Angela Haupt, Time, 27 Feb. 2026 Recently, many have depicted motherhood as a harrowing ordeal of failure and self-reproach. — Rebecca Mead, New Yorker, 30 Jan. 2026 That guilt can deepen the cycle, turning what started as self-care into self-reproach. — Christine Michel Carter, Parents, 20 May 2025

Recent Examples of Synonyms for self-reproach

Noun

But he was plagued by guilt over his ancestor’s role in the trials, and felt compelled to explore themes of human character, greed, and social decay through his work.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 23 Oct. 2026
As Fielder’s initially firm belief in Holmes’ guilt and manipulative powers appears to waver, Seyfried wonders if Fielder is in some way falling for her.

— Culture Critic, Los Angeles Times, 22 Oct. 2026

Definition of guilt

Noun

Prosecutors, who say the men haven’t expressed any remorse, have asked federal district judge Valerie Caproni to sentence all the men to life in prison.

— Kara Scannell, CNN Money, 25 Oct. 2026
Jacobs spoke with reporters earlier this week, expressing remorse for his actions.

— Ryan Morik OutKick, FOXNews.com, 24 Oct. 2026

Definition of remorse

Noun

Kylian Mbappé Real Madrid Forward La Liga also issued an official statement expressing deep regret over the hurt caused to Chinese fans by Mbappé's remarks, adding that his personal views do not represent the Spanish league's position.

— Matthew Tan, CNBC, 28 Oct. 2026
The university said officials had reached out to McAfee to express their appreciation and regret.

— Stepheny Price OutKick, FOXNews.com, 27 Oct. 2026

Definition of regret

Noun

She is obsessed with her closet, the organization of which puts even Kim to shame.

— Jonathan Van Meter, HollywoodReporter, 23 Oct. 2026
In a May 2023 Instagram post, Allen apologized to Gale for having an affair and acknowledged that his choices brought shame and humiliation to his family.

— Ashley Hume , Larry Fink, FOXNews.com, 23 Oct. 2026