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REPENTANCES Synonyms

There are 10 synonyms of the word repentances. (exact relations)
There are 3 hypernyms of the word repentances. (close relations)
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remorse
nounn
noun

• a feeling of deep regret (usually for some misdeed)

regrets
nounn
noun

• a polite refusal of an invitation

apologies
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

atonements
nounn
noun

• compensation for a wrong

• the act of atoning for sin or wrongdoing (especially appeasing a deity)

contritions
noun

• sorrow for sin arising from fear of damnation

penances
nounn
noun

• remorse for your past conduct

• a Catholic sacrament; repentance and confession and atonement and absolution

• voluntary self-punishment in order to atone for some wrongdoing

penitence
nounn
noun

• remorse for your past conduct

compunction
nounn
noun

• a feeling of deep regret (usually for some misdeed)

contrition
nounn
noun

• sorrow for sin arising from fear of damnation

penance
nounn
noun

• remorse for your past conduct

• a Catholic sacrament; repentance and confession and atonement and absolution

• voluntary self-punishment in order to atone for some wrongdoing

Best Hypernyms For REPENTANCES

Here is a list of related hypernyms for repentances, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
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compunction remorse self-reproach

Alternatives for REMORSE

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