Wordiyorepent
🇬🇧 UK/rɪ'pent/🇺🇸 US/ri'pent/
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Definitions
v.
To feel deep regret or sorrow for one's sins or past actions; to turn away from wrongdoing
悔恨；忏悔；悔过
🧩 Root Breakdown
Root-derivedCommon Collocations
- 1.repent of one's sins为罪行忏悔
- 2.repent and seek forgiveness悔过并寻求宽恕
- 3.truly repent真心悔改
- 4.[repent one's actions]为自己的行为悔恨
Example Sentences
- 1.
He repented his mistakes and tried to make amends.
- 2.
He truly repented of his past mistakes and dedicated his life to helping others.
- 3.
The preacher urged the congregation to repent and seek forgiveness for their sins.
- 4.
She repented having spoken so harshly to her friend during the argument.