contrite
adjectiveHow many syllables in contrite?
There are 2 syllables in the word contrite.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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