GRE Word List

CONTRITE

feeling or showing sorrow and remorse for improper or objectionable behavior, actions, etc.

The meaning of the word contrite is feeling or showing sorrow and remorse for improper or objectionable behavior, actions, etc..

Random words

WordMeaning
defiancethe act or an instance of defying : challenge
straggleto wander from the direct course or way : rove
resignrelegate
solaceto give comfort to in grief or misfortune : console
queruloushabitually complaining
askancewith disapproval or distrust : scornfully
bruntthe principal force, shock, or stress (as of an attack)
ancestryline of descent : lineage
travailwork especially of a painful or laborious nature : toil
impassionedfilled with passion or zeal : showing great warmth or intensity of feeling