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Contrite

/kənˈtɹaɪt/

A contrite person; a penitent.

📖 Definitions of "Contrite"

noun
  1. 1

    A contrite person; a penitent.

adjective
  1. 1

    Sincerely penitent or feeling regret or sorrow, especially for one’s own actions; apologetic.

  2. 2

    Thoroughly bruised or broken.

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