penitently

[ˈpenɪtəntli]

penitently Definition

in a way that shows or feels regret for wrongdoing; repentantly.

Using penitently: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "penitently" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    He looked at her penitently, knowing he had hurt her.

  • Example

    She apologized penitently for her mistake.

  • Example

    He spoke penitently about his past mistakes.

penitently Synonyms and Antonyms

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Summary: penitently in Brief

'Penitently' [ˈpenɪtəntli] is an adverb that describes the act of showing or feeling regret for wrongdoing. It is often used in situations where someone has made a mistake and wants to express their remorse, as in 'She apologized penitently for her mistake.'