Regressive metamorphism. (a) (Biol.) See Retrogression. (b) (Physiol.)
See Katabolism.
Re*gress"ive*ly, adv. In a regressive manner.
Re*gret" (r?*gr?t"), n. [F., fr. regretter. See Regret, v.] 1. Pain of
mind on account of something done or experienced in the past, with a
wish that it had been different; a looking back with dissatisfaction or
with longing; grief; sorrow; especially, a mourning on account of the
loss of some joy, advantage, or satisfaction. "A passionate regret at
sin." Dr. H. More.
What man does not remember with regret the first time he read
Robinson Crusoe?
Macaulay.
Never any prince expressed a more lively regret for the loss of a
servant.
Clarendon.
From its peaceful bosom [the grave] spring none but fond regrets
and tender recollections.
W. Irving.