uncontrite

The defendant remained uncontrite throughout the trial.

Definition

1. Adjective:
   • Lacking remorse or repentance: "uncontrite" describes a state of not feeling or expressing sorrow for one's wrongdoing or misdeeds.

Usage Examples

• (He did not feel or show any regret for his actions.)
• (The defendant showed no remorse in court.)

Advanced Usage

• "uncontrite spirit": a disposition or attitude that lacks penitence.
  • Her uncontrite spirit made reconciliation impossible. (Her lack of regret prevented any chance of making peace.)

Variants and Related Words

• Contrite (adj): feeling or expressing remorse or penitence; affected by guilt.
  • He made a contrite apology for his mistake. (He apologized with sincere regret.)
• Contrition (n): the state of feeling remorseful and penitent.
  • Her contrition was evident in her tearful confession. (Her deep regret was clear.)
• Uncontrition (n): the state of being uncontrite; lack of remorse.
  • His uncontrition shocked the community. (His lack of regret was surprising.)

Synonyms

• Impenitent: not feeling shame or regret about one's actions.
• Unrepentant: showing no regret for wrongdoing.
• Remorseless: without remorse; pitiless.

Antonyms

• Contrite: feeling regret for wrongdoing.
• Penitent: feeling or showing sorrow for having done wrong.
• Remorseful: filled with deep regret or guilt.

Related Idioms

• Hardened heart: a state of being unfeeling or unresponsive to moral concerns, often implying uncontrite behavior.
  • He had a hardened heart and refused to admit his fault. (He was uncontrite and stubborn.)

Phrasal Verbs

• (None directly associated with "uncontrite"; the word is a formal adjective and does not form phrasal verbs.)