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Repentance vs Self-reproach - What's the difference?

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Repentance is a related term of self-reproach.


As nouns the difference between repentance and self-reproach

is that repentance is the condition of being penitent while self-reproach is blame or condemnation directed at the self, as by the conscience.

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

    Anagrams

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    self-reproach

    English

    Noun

  • Blame or condemnation directed at the self, as by the conscience.

    • Synonyms

    * See also