Repentantly: meaning, definitions and examples
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repentantly
[ rɪ'pentəntli ]
in expressing remorse or regret
In a repentant manner; feeling or showing regret for one's wrongdoings.
Synonyms
penitently, regretfully, remorsefully.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
| Word | Description / Examples |
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| repentantly |
Used when someone feels deep regret for something they have done wrong and is committed to making a change. Often associated with a profound sense of moral awakening.
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| remorsefully |
Conveys a strong feeling of guilt and sorrow for one's actions, often accompanied by a desire to rectify the situation or seek atonement.
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| regretfully |
Used when someone feels wishful sorrow for actions or decisions they’ve made, often implying a sense of lost opportunity or sadness more than deep moral guilt.
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| penitently |
Describes a state of feeling sorry for one's sins or wrongdoings and seeking forgiveness, often used in a religious or moral context.
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Examples of usage
- He looked at her repentantly, wishing he could take back his hurtful words.
- She apologized repentantly for her mistake, hoping to make amends.
- They bowed their heads repentantly, seeking forgiveness for their actions.
Translations
Translations of the word "repentantly" in other languages:
🇵🇹 arrependidamente
🇮🇳 पश्चातापपूर्वक
🇩🇪 reuevoll
🇮🇩 dengan menyesal
🇺🇦 каючись
🇵🇱 ze skruchą
🇯🇵 後悔して (kōkai shite)
🇫🇷 avec repentir
🇪🇸 arrepentidamente
🇹🇷 pişmanlıkla
🇰🇷 회개하며 (hoegaehamyeo)
🇸🇦 بتوبة (bitawba)
🇨🇿 kajícně
🇸🇰 kajúcne
🇨🇳 悔悟地 (huǐwù de)
🇸🇮 kesajoče
🇮🇸 með iðrun
🇰🇿 өкінішпен
🇬🇪 მონანიებით (monaniebit)
🇦🇿 peşmanlıqla
🇲🇽 arrepentidamente
Etymology
The adverb 'repentantly' is derived from the verb 'repent', which comes from the Latin word 'repentare', meaning 'to regret'. The concept of repentance has deep roots in religious and moral traditions, emphasizing the importance of acknowledging and seeking forgiveness for one's wrongdoings. The adverb 'repentantly' reflects this sense of contrition and remorse in its usage.
See also: repent, repentance, repentant, unrepentant.
Word Frequency Rank
At position #42,100, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.