overguilty

/ˌoʊvərˈɡɪlti/

Definitions

1. adjective

feeling or showing excessive guilt or remorse

“After the accident, she became overguilty, blaming herself for the injuries.”

2. noun

a feeling of excessive guilt or remorse

“Her overguilty feelings were holding her back from enjoying the vacation.”

Synonyms

  • guilt-ridden
  • penitent
  • remorseful

Antonyms

  • guiltless
  • innocent