noun
- plural of contrition; feelings of remorse, regret, or sincere repentance for wrongdoing
Usage: Usually used in formal, religious, or literary contexts; Often refers to deep emotional or spiritual regret
Examples
- She expressed her contritions for the harm she had caused.
- His contritions seemed genuine after he realized the consequences of his actions.
- The letter was filled with contritions and promises to do better.
- Many religious traditions emphasize contritions as a path to forgiveness.
- Despite his contritions, some people remained skeptical of his sincerity.
- The defendant's contritions did not go unnoticed by the judge.