contrite
adjectiveDivide contrite into syllables:
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:
sheepishregretfulweepingsorryrepentantapologeticremorsefulruefulashamedpenitentAntonyms for contrite:
pleasedjoyfulobduratesatisfiedunbendingindifferentdefiantproudunconcealedhonestShow 15 more
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