Enter the word for search

penitent

/ˈpɛnɪtənt/

penitentnoun

penitents

/ˈpɛnɪtənt/

Translations

pénitentSurtout dans un contexte religieux.

The penitent knelt at the altar, seeking absolution for his past mistakes.

Le pénitent s’est agenouillé devant l’autel, demandant l’absolution pour ses fautes passées.

Definitions

A person who repents their sins or wrongdoings and seeks forgiveness, especially in a religious context.

The penitent knelt at the altar, seeking absolution for his past mistakes.

Synonyms

penitentadjective

more penitent

Comp.

most penitent

Super.

/ˈpɛnɪtənt/

Translations

The penitent thief asked for forgiveness after realizing the harm he had caused.

Le voleur repentant a demandé pardon après avoir réalisé le mal qu’il avait causé.

Additional translations

pénitentPlus littéraire ou religieux.

Definitions

Feeling or showing sorrow and regret for having done wrong; repentant.

The penitent thief asked for forgiveness after realizing the harm he had caused.

Expressive of remorse or repentance.

She wrote a penitent letter apologizing for her harsh words.

Synonyms

Antonyms