Which term matches the definition: strong pain or sadness about something you have done and feel guilty about?

• A. Strong pain or sadness about something you have done and feel guilty about
• B. A sudden mood change
• C. A legal penalty
• D. A sense of relief

Answer: (A)

Remorse is the word for a deep sense of sorrow and guilt about something you’ve done. It captures both the emotional pain and the moral guilt that come from actions you regret, often accompanied by a wish to apologize or make amends. The other options don’t fit because they point to a mood swing, a legal punishment, or a feeling of relief—none of these describe the guilty, regretful heaviness tied to past behavior.