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CONTRITE

(adj.sat, noun, adj.)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Contrite.

How to pronounce contrite:

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Contrite - as an adjective satellite

Feeling or expressing pain or sorrow for sins or offenses

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
remorseful15rueful9ruthful13

Contrite - as a noun

A contrite person; a penitent.

Contrite - as an adjective

Sincerely penitent or feeling regret or sorrow, especially for one’s own actions; apologetic.

Thoroughly bruised or broken.

Example Sentences

"He appeared contrite after his hurtful words."
"She gave a contrite apology for her mistake."
"The contrite student admitted to cheating on the test."
"He showed a contrite attitude during the meeting."
"She wore a contrite expression on her face."
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Word Game Points

Is CONTRITE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, contrite is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

CONTRITE has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.

Is CONTRITE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, contrite is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
CONTRITE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.

Is CONTRITE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, contrite is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
CONTRITE has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.

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