Dictionary of synonyms

Synonyms and antonyms of the word: contrition

Synonyms:

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Usage examples:

At the same time, his contrition was swift and genuine and, in the heat of the moment, in a physical and sometimes brutal sport, his action doesn’t register anywhere near the top of the list of evil rugby deeds.

Source: https://www.theroar.com.au/2023/03/06/the-wrap-another-super-rugby-round-of-hits-and-frustrating-misses/

Gorsuch’s appearance may have been an act of contrition, designed to placate Trump’s wrath.

Source: https://www.theguardian.com/books/2023/apr/09/nine-black-robes-review-trump-supreme-court

It may be that the electorate has already decided that it wants a symbolic display of contrition from the Conservative Party, whatever the GDP numbers say.

Source: https://www.independent.co.uk/voices/uk-g7-economy-growth-rishi-sunak-b2403775.html

It's a noble cause not easily accomplished, with the Amish being an example of the kind of sub-culture seeking rapprochement with God through contrition, simple works, and devotion.

Source: https://www.opednews.com/articles/Film-Review-Women-Talking-Feminist-History_Women_Women-Discrimination_Women-Equal-Rights-230321-476.html

Just like his contrition, and his promises of uniting and reforming the nation.

Source: https://foreignpolicy.com/2023/02/05/pervez-musharraf-death-obituary-pakistan/

Spokesperson Manuela Perteghella said: “In his letter to the Prime Minister Mr Zahawi appears to show no contrition and there is no apology to his constituents.

Source: https://leamingtonobserver.co.uk/news/stratford-constituents-call-for-mp-nadhim-zahawi-to-go-43119/

Those who wonder about the sincerity of his halting contrition need look no further than his actions toward the end of 2007.

Source: https://foreignpolicy.com/2023/02/05/pervez-musharraf-death-obituary-pakistan/