Contritely: meaning, definitions and examples
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contritely
[ kənˈtraɪtli ]
apology
In a way that shows regret or guilt; with a feeling of remorse or sorrow for one's actions.
Synonyms
penitently, regretfully, remorsefully
Examples of usage
- She looked at him contritely, knowing she had made a mistake.
- He apologized contritely for his insensitive remarks.
confession
In a humble and repentant manner; expressing sincere remorse or regret for wrongdoing.
Synonyms
penitently, regretfully, remorsefully
Examples of usage
- She spoke contritely about her past mistakes.
- The criminal confessed contritely to the crime he had committed.
Translations
Translations of the word "contritely" in other languages:
🇵🇹 arrependidamente
🇮🇳 पश्चाताप के साथ
🇩🇪 reumütig
🇮🇩 dengan penyesalan
🇺🇦 каючись
🇵🇱 skruszony
🇯🇵 悔恨の念を持って (かいこんのねんをもって)
🇫🇷 avec contrition
🇪🇸 contritamente
🇹🇷 pişmanlıkla
🇰🇷 회개하며
🇸🇦 بتوبة
🇨🇿 kajícně
🇸🇰 kajúcne
🇨🇳 悔罪地 (huǐ zuì de)
🇸🇮 skesano
🇮🇸 með iðrun
🇰🇿 өкінішпен
🇬🇪 მონანიებით (monaniebit)
🇦🇿 peşmanlıqla
🇲🇽 contritamente
Word origin
The word 'contritely' originates from the Middle English word 'contritli', which comes from the Latin word 'contrītus' meaning 'crushed, worn out'. It has been used in English since the 14th century to describe actions or behaviors that show remorse or repentance.
See also: contrite, contrition.