repentance

🇬🇧 UK/rɪ'pent(ə)ns/🇺🇸 US/ri'pentәns/

B2

Definitions

n.

A feeling of deep regret and sorrow for past wrongdoing, often with a desire to change.

悔恨；悔改；忏悔

🧩 Root Breakdown

Loanword

repentanceother

=repentance

Common Collocations

1.show repentance表示悔改
2.genuine repentance真诚的悔恨
3.sign of repentance悔改的表现
4.act of repentance悔过之举

Example Sentences

1.
His repentance seemed genuine, and the judge showed him some leniency.
2.
She expressed deep repentance for the harm she had caused her family.
3.
The priest urged the congregation to show repentance through acts of kindness.

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