What does repentant mean?
Repentant means Feeling or showing sorrow for wrongdoing..
Repentant
/ɹəˈpɛntənt/ · adjective
Meaning
Feeling or showing sorrow for wrongdoing..
Definitions by Sense
- Feeling or showing sorrow for wrongdoing.
- One who repents; a penitent.
Example Sentences
I cannot believe that God wants us to kill no matter if this man is a sinner. God’s greatest commandment is one of love, not hate and revenge. I believe that this man is repentant for his wrongdoings. He has asked for forgiveness.
Synonyms for repentant
Antonyms for repentant
Related Words
Word Forms
- more repentant
- most repentant
- repentants
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for repentant?
Common synonyms include penitent, contrite, remorseful, repentant.
What is the opposite of repentant?
Possible antonyms include impenitent, unrepentant, unbowed, unreformed.
How do you use repentant in a sentence?
I cannot believe that God wants us to kill no matter if this man is a sinner. God’s greatest commandment is one of love, not hate and revenge. I believe that this man is repentant for his wrongdoings. He has asked for forgiveness.
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