Synonyms of penitent
5 similar words
Another word for penitent is repentant. Other synonyms of penitent are contrite and guilt-ridden.
Synonyms and similar words for penitent
adjectiveFeeling pain or sorrow on account of one's sins or offenses; feeling sincere guilt.
- repentantFeeling or showing sorrow for wrongdoing.
- contriteSincerely penitent or feeling regret or sorrow, especially for one’s own actions.
- remorseful
- apologetic
- guilt-riddenHaving a strong sense of guilt.
Meaning of penitent
- adjective Feeling pain or sorrow on account of one's sins or offenses; feeling sincere guilt.
- adjective Doing penance.
- noun One who repents of sin; one sorrowful on account of their transgressions.
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Questions about synonyms of penitent
- What is another word for penitent?
- Penitent has 5 synonyms on Word.ws, such as repentant, contrite and guilt-ridden.
- What does penitent mean?
- Penitent means feeling pain or sorrow on account of one's sins or offenses; feeling sincere guilt.
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