Definition

The condition of feeling regret or sadness about something that has happened.

Example

Her sorriness was evident when she apologized for her mistake.

Conversation

I think expressing sorriness can really help mend relationships.

Absolutely, it shows that you care about the other person's feelings.

Yeah, sometimes people just need to hear an apology to feel better.

Right! A little sorriness can go a long way in healing.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Sorriness → It is formed from "sorry" (from Old English *sorh*, meaning sorrow or grief) and the suffix "-ness" (meaning the state or quality of). The word "sorriness" refers to the state of being sorry or feeling sorrowful.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'sorrow' which relates to feeling sad or regretful, and remember that 'sorriness' means the state of feeling sorry.

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