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1. (n.) penitence
the state of being penitent; regret for one's wrongdoing or sinning; repentance.
Etymology: (1150–1200; ME (< OF) < ML pēnitentia, L paenitentia a regretting. See penitent , -ence)
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1. (noun) repentance, penitence, penance
remorse for your past conduct
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1. (noun) penitence
the quality or condition of being penitent; the disposition of a penitent; sorrow for sins or faults; repentance; contrition
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