Compunctiously
Definition & Meaning
Part of speech adverb
Quick meaning: Compunctiously is an adverb meaning (dated) With compunction; guiltily or regretfully.
Meaning
(dated) With compunction; guiltily or regretfully.
Synonyms for compunctiously
Depending on context, synonyms include guiltylike, nocently, ruefully, sorrowfully, blameworthily, guiltily.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include remorsefully, contritely, penitently, penitentially, repentingly, regretfully.
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