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What is the difference between contrition and repentance?

contrition | repentance | Synonyms |

Repentance is a synonym of contrition.



As nouns the difference between contrition and repentance

is that contrition is the state of being contrite; sincere penitence or remorse while repentance is the condition of being penitent.

contrition

English

(wikipedia contrition)

Noun

(-)
  • The state of being contrite; sincere penitence or remorse.
  • The act of grinding or rubbing to powder; attrition; friction; rubbing.

    • Synonyms

    * See also

    repentance

    English

    Alternative forms

    * repentaunce (archaic)

    Noun

    (wikipedia repentance) (-)
  • The condition of being penitent.
  • A feeling of regret or remorse for doing wrong or sinning.

    • Synonyms

    * compunction * contrition * penitence * remorse * See also

    Related terms

    * repent * repentant * repentantly * repented * repenting

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