Synonyms of repentant
5 similar words · 5 opposite words
Another word for repentant is penitent. Other synonyms of repentant are contrite and guilt-ridden. The opposite of repentant is unrepentant.
Synonyms and similar words for repentant
adjectiveFeeling or showing sorrow for wrongdoing.
- penitentFeeling pain or sorrow on account of one's sins or offenses; feeling sincere guilt.
- contriteSincerely penitent or feeling regret or sorrow, especially for one’s own actions.
- remorseful
- apologetic
- guilt-riddenHaving a strong sense of guilt.
Opposite of repentant
adjectiveFeeling or showing sorrow for wrongdoing.
- impenitentNot penitent; specifically (Christianity), not repenting of one's sins; unrepentant.
- unrepentantFeeling or showing no sorrow or regret for wrongdoing.
- unbowed
- unreformedNot reformed.
- recidivisticBeing a recidivist; inclined to revert to previous behaviours.
Meaning of repentant
- adjective Feeling or showing sorrow for wrongdoing.
- noun One who repents; a penitent.
repentant in other languages
Questions about synonyms of repentant
- What is another word for repentant?
- Repentant has 5 synonyms on Word.ws, such as penitent, contrite and guilt-ridden.
- What is the opposite of repentant?
- The opposite of repentant is unrepentant. Other antonyms of repentant are unreformed.
- What does repentant mean?
- Repentant means feeling or showing sorrow for wrongdoing.
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