com·punc·tion (k m-p ngk shn)n. 1. A strong uneasiness caused by a sense of guilt. See Synonyms at penitence. 2. A sting of conscience or a pang of doubt aroused by wrongdoing or the prospect of wrongdoing. See Synonyms at qualm. [Middle English compunccioun, from Old French componction, from Late Latin comp  ncti , compnctin-, puncture, sting of conscience, from Latin compnctus, past participle of compungere, to sting : com-, intensive pref.; see com- + pungere, to prick; see peuk- in Indo-European roots.]com·punc tious (-shs) adj.com·punc tious·ly adv. |
How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content.
| ?Page tools | ||
|---|---|---|
|