impenitently
Definition
Adverb: - In a manner showing no regret or remorse for one's wrongdoings; without penitence or repentance.
Usage
The adverb "impenitently" describes how an action is performed, specifically indicating that it is done without any feeling of sorrow or guilt for a fault or sin. It modifies verbs to show an unrepentant attitude.
Examples
- He spoke impenitently about his past mistakes, showing no sign of remorse.
- The defendant stared impenitently at the judge throughout the sentencing.
- She continued her harmful behavior impenitently, ignoring all warnings.
Advanced Usage
- Used in formal or literary contexts: "Impenitently" is often found in formal writing, legal discourse, or literary descriptions of character.
- The villain laughed impenitently as his plans unfolded.
Variants and Related Words
- Impenitent (adjective): Not feeling regret or shame.
- He remained an impenitent critic of the system.
- Impenitence (noun): The state or quality of being impenitent.
- His impenitence shocked the community.
Synonyms
- Unrepentantly
- Remorselessly
- Unapologetically
Antonyms
- Penitently
- Repentantly
- Contritely
- Remorsefully
Adverb
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in an impenitent manner
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he repeated his position unrepentantly
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