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
inerrancyexemption from error : infallibility
mortifyto subject to severe and vexing embarrassment : shame
moribundbeing in the state of dying : approaching death
facilitateto make easier : help bring about
daisa raised platform (as in a hall or large room)
discomposeto destroy the composure of
nethersituated down or below : lower
presumptuousoverstepping due bounds (as of propriety or courtesy) : taking liberties
entreatto plead with especially in order to persuade : ask urgently
facadethe front of a building