Unremorseful: meaning, definitions and examples

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unremorseful

[ˌʌnrɪˈmɔːsfl ]

Definition

^{Context #1 | Adjective}

Feeling or showing no regret or guilt for one's actions.

Word	Description / Examples
unremorseful	Use this word when describing someone who feels no regret or guilt for their actions, even if those actions have caused harm. Despite the damage caused, he remained unremorseful and continued working as if nothing had happened.
unrepentant	This word describes someone who does not feel or express regret or remorse, particularly in a moral or religious context. It often implies a stubborn refusal to admit wrongdoing. The criminal was unrepentant, showing no signs of guilt or intention to change his ways.
unapologetic	This word is suitable when someone is not willing to apologize or show regret for their words or behavior. She was unapologetic about her controversial comments during the meeting.
unashamed	This word is fitting when someone feels no shame or embarrassment about their actions or traits, even if they might be considered socially or morally wrong. He was unashamed of his loud and boisterous personality, regardless of what others thought.

He remained unremorseful even after being confronted with the evidence of his wrongdoing.
The defendant's unremorseful attitude shocked the jury.
The unremorseful criminal showed no signs of remorse for his crimes.

The word is formed by adding 'un-' (not) to 'remorseful,' which comes from the Latin 'remorsus,' meaning 'to bite again'.
Remorse originated in the Latin word 'remordere,' meaning 'to torment again,' indicating a feeling of guilt.
The prefix 'un-' is commonly used in English to negate a word, showing that someone lacks the feeling or trait described.

Individuals who are unremorseful may show traits of narcissism, where they lack empathy and do not feel guilty for their actions.
Research indicates that unremorsefulness can be linked to antisocial personality disorder, characterized by a disregard for others' feelings.
Sometimes, being unremorseful is a defense mechanism, allowing a person to avoid confronting painful emotions or societal disapproval.

In legal contexts, defendants may be deemed unremorseful if they show no regret for their crimes, potentially affecting sentencing outcomes.
Psychopaths often exhibit unremorseful behavior, which complicates legal ramifications since they may not fully grasp the consequences of their actions.
Courts may look at a person's remorsefulness as a sign of rehabilitation potential when determining bail or parole.

Many antagonists in classic literature are portrayed as unremorseful, showcasing their evil intentions and highlighting the hero's moral struggle.
Shakespeare's characters often explore themes of remorse, with the unremorseful ones like Lady Macbeth exhibiting ambition that leads to their fall.
Modern novels featuring antiheroes frequently depict unremorseful traits, reflecting complex human emotions and moral ambiguity.

Fictional villains in films and books frequently embody unremorseful characteristics, creating tension as protagonists seek justice.
Reality television often highlights unremorseful behavior, leading to dramatic confrontations and discussions about morality and consequences.
Some music genres, like punk rock, celebrate unremorseful attitudes as a form of rebellion against societal norms.

Translations of the word "unremorseful" in other languages:

🇵🇹 sem remorso

🇮🇳 अपराधबोधहीन

🇩🇪 unreuevoll

🇮🇩 tanpa penyesalan

🇺🇦 безжалісний

🇵🇱 bez skrupułów

🇯🇵 後悔しない

🇫🇷 sans remords

🇪🇸 sin remordimientos

🇹🇷 pişmanlık duymayan

🇰🇷 후회하지 않는

🇸🇦 غير نادم

🇨🇿 bezcitný

🇸🇰 bez výčitiek

🇨🇳 无悔的

🇸🇮 brez obžalovanja

🇮🇸 án iðrunar

🇰🇿 өкінбейтін

🇬🇪 უსინანული

🇦🇿 peşman olmayan

🇲🇽 sin remordimientos