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repentance

/rɪˈpɛntəns/ noun · British & US
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What does repentance mean?

noun

The feeling of regret or remorse for a wrong committed, or a change of heart that leads to a change in behavior. A feeling of deep regret or remorse for a wrong committed.

Example

"Her repentance was evident in the way she apologized and made amends for her past mistakes."

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