PENITENTS
(adj., noun)Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Penitents.
Penitents - as an adjective
Feeling or expressing remorse for misdeeds
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
repentantAntonyms (Opposite Meaning)
impenitentPenitents - as a noun
(roman catholic church) a person who repents for wrongdoing (a roman catholic may be admitted to penance under the direction of a confessor)
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
religious personHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The penitents at the church confessed their sins to the priest."
"The group of penitents walked in silence through the streets as part of their religious procession."
"The penitents wore simple robes as a sign of their remorse."
"The priest listened to the penitents' confessions and offered them absolution."
"The penitents gathered at the shrine to seek forgiveness."
Word Game Points
Is PENITENTS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, penitents is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
PENITENTS has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.
Is PENITENTS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, penitents is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPENITENTS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.
Is PENITENTS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, penitents is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPENITENTS has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.
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