contrition
nounHow many syllables in contrition?
There are 3 syllables in the word contrition.How to pronounce contrition:
Definition of contrition:
- contrition (noun):
- the state of being contrite repentance
- sorrow for sin arising from fear of damnation.
Synonyms for contrition:
apology
attrition
compunction
contriteness
grief
guilt
penitence
regret
remorse
remorsefulness
repentance
rue
ruefulness
sadness
self-reproach
shame
sorrow
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