noun, na-adjective, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
regret; chagrin; mortification
Expresses deep regret or frustration over an outcome, often when one's efforts fall short. Common in phrases like 無念に思う or 無念の涙.
I am filled with regret at missing the championship.
He hung his head in apparent chagrin.
freedom from obstructive thoughts
Buddhist term for a state of mind free from delusive or distracting thoughts; contrasted with 有念 (unen). Rare outside specialized contexts.
See also: 有念
In Zen practice, one aims for the state of freedom from obstructive thoughts.
He felt bitter regret about losing the match.
Having lost the final, the players shed tears of bitter regret.
free from worldly or worthless thoughts
free from all distracting thoughts; clear mind; empty mind