contrition
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Noun — Deep and sincere regret for having done something wrong.
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genuine contrition
a sense of contrition
Etymology
From Old French contriciun, from Latin contritio, related to contrite.
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What does “contrition” mean?
The word “contrition” means deep and sincere regret for having done something wrong. In plain terms, sincere, heartfelt regret or remorse.
How do you pronounce “contrition”?
“Contrition” is pronounced kuhn-TRIH-shuhn (/kənˈtɹɪʃən/ in IPA).
How do you use “contrition” in a sentence?
Here is “contrition” used in a sentence: “His letter was full of contrition for the pain he had caused.”
What part of speech is “contrition”?
“Contrition” is a noun.
Where does the word “contrition” come from?
The word “contrition” comes from Latin. From Old French contriciun, from Latin contritio, related to contrite.