What is another word for compunctions?
Pronunciation: [kəmpˈʌŋkʃənz] (IPA) 
Compunctions refer to feelings of guilt or regret that arise when a person is about to do something wrong. There are several synonyms for the word compunctions, including remorse, regret, shame, contrition, and penitence. Remorse refers to a deep sadness or regret for a past action, while regret is a feeling of sadness or disappointment about a missed opportunity. Shame is a painful emotion that results from the realization of having done something wrong. Contrition is a feeling of regret for committing a wrongdoing, while penitence involves a desire to make right for one's wrongdoing. All these synonyms have one thing in common; the feeling of remorse and regret over a mistake made.
