PENITENCIES Synonyms

There are 11 synonyms of the word penitencies. (exact relations)
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	apology				nounn
	noun • an expression of regret at having caused trouble for someone • a formal written defense of something you believe in strongly • a poor example
	atonement				nounn
	noun • compensation for a wrong • the act of atoning for sin or wrongdoing (especially appeasing a deity)
	compunction				nounn
	noun • a feeling of deep regret (usually for some misdeed)
	contrition				nounn
	noun • sorrow for sin arising from fear of damnation
	expiation				nounn
	noun • compensation for a wrong • the act of atoning for sin or wrongdoing (especially appeasing a deity)
	guilt				nounn
	noun • the state of having committed an offense • remorse caused by feeling responsible for some offense
	regret				verb, nounv, n
	noun • sadness associated with some wrong done or some disappointment verb • feel remorse for; feel sorry for; be contrite about • feel sad about the loss or absence of • decline formally or politely • express with regret
	remorse				nounn
	noun • a feeling of deep regret (usually for some misdeed)
	repentance				nounn
	noun • remorse for your past conduct
	shame				nounn
	noun • a painful emotion resulting from an awareness of inadequacy or guilt • a state of dishonor • an unfortunate development verb • bring shame or dishonor upon • compel through a sense of shame • cause to be ashamed • surpass or beat by a wide margin
	sorrow				nounn
	noun • an emotion of great sadness associated with loss or bereavement • sadness associated with some wrong done or some disappointment • something that causes great unhappiness • the state of being sad verb • feel grief

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