guilty conscience

Found in Anh - Anh (Wordnet)

Definition Noun : - A feeling of remorse or anxiety arising from the awareness of having done something wrong : A "guilty conscience" is the psychological distress or unease one feels when they believe they have committed an offense, acted immorally, or failed to meet a personal standard. Usage A "guilty conscience" is used to describe an internal, emotional state. It is often the cause of spec...