repentant
/ri'pentənt/
Definition
Adjective: * Feeling or expressing remorse for misdeeds: The word "repentant" describes the state of feeling sincere regret or sorrow for having done something wrong. It implies a conscious acknowledgment of one's fault and often a desire to atone or change.
Examples
- The repentant thief returned the stolen goods to the store.
- After the argument, she gave him a repentant smile and apologized.
- He was truly repentant for his harsh words and promised to be more thoughtful.
Advanced Usage
- "To be repentant of/for something": This structure is used to specify the cause of the remorse.
- She was deeply repentant for her actions.
- He felt repentant of his past mistakes.
Variants and Related Words
- Repent (verb): To feel or express sincere regret or remorse about one's wrongdoing or sin.
- He repented his decision immediately.
- Repentance (noun): The action of repenting; sincere regret or remorse.
- Her letter was a clear sign of her repentance.
Synonyms
- Contrite: Feeling or expressing remorse or penitence; affected by guilt.
- Remorseful: Filled with a deep sense of guilt and regret.
- Penitent: Feeling or showing sorrow and regret for having done wrong; repentant. (Note: This is a very close synonym, often used in religious contexts.)
Antonyms
- Unrepentant: Not feeling or showing regret for one's wrongdoings.
- Remorseless: Without regret or guilt.
Related Phrases
- A repentant sinner: A common phrase, especially in religious contexts, describing someone who has acknowledged their sins and seeks forgiveness.
- The pastor welcomed the repentant sinner back into the community.
Adjective
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feeling or expressing remorse for misdeeds
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