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penitential

/pɛnɪtɛnʃəl/ adjective · British & US
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What does penitential mean?

adjective

Relating to or causing repentance; expressing or feeling remorse or guilt.

Example

"The penitential mood of the music added to the somber atmosphere of the church."

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