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Regret

Ruh-GREHT

/rʌˈɡrɛt/

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regret

Dictionary meaning

Sadness associated with some wrong done or some disappointment.

Examples

  • I regret to say that you did not gain admission to Harvard.
  • I regret I can't come to the party.

Synonyms: rue

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