Synonyms for

Penitent

Verb / ˈpenɪtɪnt / Another word for penitent — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

feeling or showing sorrow and regret for having done wrong; repentant

Synonyms & similar words

impenitent repentant unrepentant remorseful contrite regretful repentant sorry ashamed guilty apologetic chastened humiliated sorrowful apologizing rueful self-reproachful compunctious self-accusatory self-condemnatory repenting

Example sentences

  1. The penitent thief asked for forgiveness before he died.
  2. She felt penitent after lying to her friend.
  3. The penitent student apologized to his teacher for cheating on the test.
  4. He wrote a penitent letter to his girlfriend after they had a fight.
  5. The penitent criminal turned himself in to the police.

Quotes

  • I am a most noteworthy sinner, but I have cried out to the Lord for grace and mercy, and they have covered me completely. I have found the sweetest consolation since I made it my whole purpose to enjoy His marvellous Presence. It is delightful to me to be content with His will, whatever it may be, knowing that He is my Father. - Christopher Columbus
  • God loves us the way we are, but too much to leave us that way. - Leighton Ford
  • The greatest homage we can pay to truth is to use it. - Ralph Waldo Emerson

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