Contrition Synonyms and Antonyms

kən-trĭshən
Regret
(Noun)
Synonyms:
  1. penitence
  2. remorse
  3. attrition
  4. sorrow
  5. contriteness
Antonyms:
  1. meanness
  2. hurtfulness
  3. indifference
A feeling of regret for one's sins or misdeeds
(Noun)
Synonyms:
  1. compunction
  2. contriteness
  3. penitence
  4. penitency
  5. remorse
  6. remorsefulness
  7. repentance
  8. rue
  9. attrition
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Sincere remorse for wrongdoing; repentance.
(Noun)
Synonyms:
  1. penitence

Words Related to Contrition

Related words are words that are directly connected to each other through their meaning, even if they are not synonyms or antonyms. This connection may be general or specific, or the words may appear frequently together.

Contrition Sentence Examples

  • I thought we'd finished with the vicarious act of contrition but no such luck.

  • With pure prayer and deep contrition, Let us participate in the sacraments of the church.

  • In a rare moment of contrition for Kanye, he actually looks as though he is really sorry for hurting Taylor Swift's feelings.

  • However, in order to qualify for parole the prisoner must show contrition, which involves admitting guilt.

  • I would rather feel contrition than know how to define it.

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