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REPENT Synonyms

There are 4 synonyms of the word repent. (exact relations)
There are 2 hypernyms of the word repent. (close relations)

Best Alternative Words for REPENT

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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

rue
verb, nounv, n
noun

• European strong-scented perennial herb with grey-green bitter-tasting leaves; an irritant similar to poison ivy

• leaves sometimes used for flavoring fruit or claret cup but should be used with great caution: can cause irritation like poison ivy

• sadness associated with some wrong done or some disappointment

• (French) a street or road in France

verb

• feel remorse for; feel sorry for; be contrite about

atone
verbv
verb

• make amends for

• turn away from sin or do penitence

reptant
adjectiveadj
adjective

• Creeping along the ground.

Best Hypernyms For REPENT

Here is a list of related hypernyms for repent, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
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