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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WordMeaning
provisoan article or clause (as in a contract) that introduces a condition
inaugurateto induct into an office with suitable ceremonies
convertto bring over from one belief, view, or party to another
interdicta Roman Catholic ecclesiastical censure withdrawing most sacraments and Christian burial from a person or district
baitto persecute or exasperate with unjust, malicious, or persistent attacks
lowhaving a small upward extension or elevation
avertto turn away or aside (the eyes, one's gaze, etc.) in avoidance
distraughtagitated with doubt or mental conflict or pain
verbalizeto express something in words
incidencerate of occurrence or influence