contrite

adjective

How many syllables in contrite?

There are 2 syllables in the word contrite.

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con · trite

How to pronounce contrite:

Definition of contrite:

contrite (adjective):: feeling or expressing pain or sorrow for sins or offenses.; feeling or showing sorrow and remorse for improper or objectionable behavior, actions, etc.

Synonyms for contrite:

apologetic

ashamed

penitent

regretful

remorseful

repentant

rueful

ruthful

sheepish

sorry

weeping

Antonyms for contrite:

abandoned

attrite

avowed

brazen

callous

candid

cheerful

conscienceless

content

defiant

defying

delighted

glad

happy

hardened

honest

impenitent

incorrigible

incurable

indifferent

inveterate

irredeemable

joyful

not contrite

not guilty

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