compunctious etymology

Etymology:

• Latin: com- ("with") + pungō ("to prick, sting")
• Middle English: compunctuous ("feeling or causing remorse")
• Old French: compunct

Meaning:

Adjective:

• Feeling or causing remorse, guilt, or unease
• Conscientious; scrupulous

Origin:

The word "compunctious" originated in Latin, where it was used to describe the physical sensation of being pricked or stung. This sense of physical pain was extended to describe the emotional pain of remorse or guilt.

In the Middle Ages, "compunctious" was often used in a religious context to describe the feelings of contrition and repentance that a sinner experienced. Over time, the word came to be used more broadly to refer to any sense of remorse or unease about one's actions.

Usage Examples:

• "He felt a compunctious pang when he realized he had hurt her feelings."
• "She was a compunctious person who always tried to do the right thing."

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