Meaning of the word penitence in English

What does penitence mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

penitence

US /ˈpen.ə.təns/
UK /ˈpen.ə.təns/

Noun

1.

the feeling of being sorry for something you have done because you feel it was wrong, or the act of showing this:

Example:
He expressed penitence for what he had done.
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