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contrition

noun

/kənˈtrɪʃ.ən/

Meaning

the state of feeling remorseful and repentant

His contrition was evident after the apology.

remorse, repentance, penitence, regret, sorrow

impenitence, indifference

show contrition, express contrition, sincere contrition, genuine contrition

a landing stage or small pier at which boats can dock or be moored

A person or thing that kills.

A situation in which a place is too blocked or crowded, causing difficulties.

A mild or indirect term substituted for one considered too harsh or direct; polite expression for so...

The path of progress or development toward a specific goal.

a strong desire for something