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More words related to contrition

noun. feeling bad for past action

noun. disgrace, embarrassment

noun. penitence

noun. penitence

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Word Origin & History

contrition c.1300, from O.Fr. contricium, from L. contritionem, noun of action from conterere (see contrite).

Example Sentences for contrition

Real contrition rests on awareness and regret, not political expediency.

He showed no readiness for reflection, much less contrition.

But another everyday observation is that powerful people who have been caught out often show little sign of contrition.

Contrition, pessimism and voluminous disclosure are the order of the day.