Definition of penitently Penitently

pen•i•tent•ly

We found 3 definitions of penitently from 3 different sources.

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What does penitently mean?

WordNet

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Adverb

penitently - showing remorse
  penitentially, repentantly
  impenitently, unrepentantly in an impenitent manner; "he repeated his position unrepentantly"
  penitent, repentant feeling or expressing remorse for misdeeds
  penitential, penitentiary showing or constituting penance; "penitential tears"; "wrote a penitential letter apologizing for her hasty words"
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  • penitently (Adverb)
    In a penitent manner.

Webster DictionaryWebster's Unabridged Dictionary 📘

  • penitently (adv.)
    In a penitent manner.

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