Pronunciation: /ˈpɛnɪtəns/
noun the action of feeling or showing sorrow and regret for having done wrong; repentance
A1 She showed penitence for her mistake by apologizing.
A2 The criminal expressed penitence for his actions during the trial.
B1 The priest advised him to perform acts of penitence to seek forgiveness.
B2 Her penitence was evident in the way she volunteered at the homeless shelter.
C1 His deep sense of penitence led him to dedicate his life to helping others.
C2 The artist's masterpiece was a reflection of his penitence for past mistakes.
formal After committing the crime, the criminal showed deep penitence for his actions.
informal She expressed her penitence by apologizing profusely to her friend.
slang He was full of penitence after getting caught cheating on the test.
figurative The artist's use of dark colors in the painting conveyed a sense of penitence and remorse.
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