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Compunction

Part of Speech

Noun

Pronunciation

/kəmˈpʌŋkʃən/

Definitions

  • A feeling of guilt or moral scruple that prevents or follows a bad action.
  • A deep regret or remorse for a wrongdoing.

Usage Examples

  • He felt a sudden compunction after lying to his friend.
  • Without any compunction, she took what wasn’t hers.

Etymology

From Latin "compunctio," meaning "pricking" or "stinging of conscience," derived from "compungere" (to prick hard).

Synonyms

  • Remorse
  • Regret
  • Guilt
  • Contrition

Antonyms

  • Indifference
  • Shamelessness
  • Impenitence

Translations

Language Translation Pronunciation
FrenchCompunction/kɔ̃.pœ̃k.sjɔ̃/
SpanishCompunción/kom.punˈθjon/
GermanGewissensbiss/ɡəˈvɪ.səns.bɪs/
Chinese (Mandarin)内疚/nèi jiù/
Hindiपछतावा/pachataavā/
RussianУгрызения совести/uɡrɨˈzʲenʲɪja ˈsovʲɪsti/
Japanese良心の呵責/ryōshin no kazaku/
Arabicندم/nadam/
PortugueseCompunção/kõ.pũˈsɐ̃w̃/
Korean양심의 가책/yangsim-ui gachaek/
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Regional Pronunciation Variations

  • British English: /kəmˈpʌŋk.ʃən/
  • American English: /kəmˈpʌŋk.ʃən/

Historical Usage

The term has been in use since the 14th century, often in religious or ethical contexts referring to guilt and moral hesitation.

Cultural Nuances

Compunction is commonly associated with religious and philosophical discourse, emphasizing moral responsibility and repentance.

More Information

Compunction plays a crucial role in ethics and morality, influencing human behavior and decision-making by invoking self-reflection and accountability.

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