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..

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chisela metal tool with a sharpened edge at one end used to chip, carve, or cut into a solid material (such as wood, stone, or metal)
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reprimanda severe or formal reproof
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draconianof, relating to, or characteristic of Draco or the severe code of laws held to have been framed by him
compactpredominantly formed or filled : composed
sepulchera place of burial : tomb
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