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Penitent
01
a person who feels sorrow for their sins or wrongdoing
Examples
The penitent knelt in the confessional, seeking absolution for his mistakes.
The priest offered guidance to the penitent who was struggling with guilt.
penitent
01
expressing sorrow for having done wrong
Examples
He was deeply penitent for the harsh words he had spoken in anger.
She offered a penitent apology, hoping to be forgiven for her mistake.
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