contrition
/kənˈtrɪʃən/
noun
- A strong feeling of regret or guilt for having done something wrong, often with a desire to make things right.
- He expressed deep contrition for the hurtful words he had said.
- The charity work was an act of contrition for his past mistakes.
- She showed contrition by returning the stolen item and apologizing.
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