preguilt

/ˈpriːɡaɪlt/

Definitions

1. noun

a feeling of guilt or remorse about something that has not yet occurred or a decision that has not yet been made

“She felt a pang of preguilt for turning down the job offer before she had even received it.”

2. noun

a feeling of guilt or responsibility for something that may happen in the future

“He couldn’t shake off the preguilt of possibly losing his job due to the company’s financial struggles.”

Synonyms

  • anticipatory guilt
  • preemptive guilt

Antonyms

  • exoneration
  • freedom from guilt