Definition
impenitence
noun
- the quality or state of being unwilling to feel sorry for one's wrongdoings; lack of remorse or repentance
Examples
- The criminal's impenitence shocked the courtroom; he showed no regret for his actions.
- Her impenitence after hurting her friend made reconciliation impossible.
- The defendant's impenitence was evident in his defiant attitude throughout the trial.
- Religious leaders often speak against impenitence as a barrier to spiritual growth.
- His impenitence suggested he would likely reoffend.
- The victim was angered by the perpetrator's impenitence and lack of apology.