penitentially
/ˌpɛnɪˈtɛnʃəli/
adverb
- In a way that shows regret for wrongdoing or a desire to make amends.
- He penitentially apologized to his sister for breaking her favorite vase.
- The politician spoke penitentially about his past mistakes during the press conference.
- She walked penitentially to the front of the room to return the stolen money.
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