repent
verbHow many syllables in repent?
There are 2 syllables in the word repent.How to pronounce repent:
Definition of repent:
- repent (verb):
- turn away from sin or do penitence.
- to turn from sin and dedicate oneself to the amendment of one's life
Synonyms for repent:
atone for
be ashamed of
be contrite about
be sorry about
deplore
experience
feel remorse about
lament
regret
relent
reproach yourself for
rue
see the error of your ways
show penitence
sorrow
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Syllable Fun Fact
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