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penitential

adjective

/ˌpɛnɪˈtɛnʃəl/

Meaning

Relating to or expressing penitence or penance.

The priest delivered a penitential sermon on forgiveness.

contrite, remorseful, regretful, apologetic

unrepentant, shameless

penitential act, penitential prayer, penitential mood, penitential rite

lazy; inactive; not working or being used

having a great deal of money, resources, or assets

Feeling deep pleasure or satisfaction as a result of achievements or qualities.

Deep, clear, and continuing to sound or echo.

Requiring or using great effort and energy.

exaggeratedly self-important; ostentatious