Definitions
- Describing a feeling of deep remorse or regret for one's actions. - Referring to a sincere and heartfelt apology for wrongdoing. - Talking about a sense of guilt or shame for past behavior.
- Describing a feeling of remorse or regret for one's actions and a desire to change or make amends. - Referring to a sincere and genuine apology for wrongdoing. - Talking about a process of self-reflection and personal growth after recognizing past mistakes.
List of Similarities
- 1Both involve feelings of remorse or regret for past actions.
- 2Both can be accompanied by an apology or expression of regret.
- 3Both imply a recognition of wrongdoing and a desire to make amends.
- 4Both suggest a willingness to change or improve behavior.
- 5Both are associated with personal growth and self-reflection.
What is the difference?
- 1Focus: Contrition emphasizes the feeling of remorse or regret, while repentance focuses on the desire to change or make amends.
- 2Intention: Contrition may be more focused on seeking forgiveness or absolution, while repentance is more focused on personal growth and improvement.
- 3Degree: Contrition may be a more fleeting feeling, while repentance suggests a deeper and more sustained commitment to change.
- 4Religious connotation: Repentance is often associated with religious or spiritual contexts, while contrition can be used in secular contexts as well.
- 5Usage: Contrition is less commonly used than repentance in everyday language.
Remember this!
Contrition and repentance both describe feelings of remorse or regret for past actions and a desire to make amends. However, contrition emphasizes the feeling of remorse or regret, while repentance focuses on the desire to change or improve behavior. Contrition may be more focused on seeking forgiveness or absolution, while repentance is more focused on personal growth and improvement.
