The Opposite(Antonym) of “unrepent”
The antonyms of unrepent are remorseful, penitent, and regretful. These words convey a feeling of guilt or sorrow for something done wrong.
Explore all Antonyms of “unrepent”
Definitions and Examples of remorseful, penitent, regretful
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Feeling deep regret or guilt for a past action.
Example
After cheating on the test, he felt remorseful and apologized to his teacher.
Feeling or expressing remorse for one's sins or misdeeds.
Example
The thief was penitent and asked for forgiveness after being caught.
Feeling sad or disappointed about something that has happened or been done.
Example
She was regretful for not attending her friend's wedding and wished she had gone.
Key Differences: remorseful vs penitent vs regretful
- 1Remorseful implies a deep sense of regret or guilt for a past action.
- 2Penitent is specifically related to feeling remorse for one's sins or misdeeds.
- 3Regretful conveys a feeling of sadness or disappointment about something that has happened or been done.
Effective Usage of remorseful, penitent, regretful
- 1Apologize: Use remorseful or penitent when expressing regret for something done wrong.
- 2Express Sympathy: Use regretful to show empathy for someone who is feeling sad or disappointed.
- 3Discuss Morality: Use these antonyms to explore ethical issues and discuss the consequences of actions.
Remember this!
The antonyms of unrepent convey a feeling of guilt or sorrow for something done wrong. Remorseful implies a deep sense of regret or guilt, penitent is specifically related to feeling remorse for one's sins or misdeeds, and regretful conveys a feeling of sadness or disappointment. Use these words to apologize, express sympathy, and discuss morality.
