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/rɪˈpɛnt/
Meaning & Definition
verb
To feel or express sincere regret or remorse about one's wrongdoing or sin.
After lying to his friend, he began to repent for his actions and sought forgiveness.
To change one's mind or purpose, especially after having done something wrong.
She repented her decision to quit her job and decided to apply for a promotion instead.
To feel regret or remorse for past conduct.
They often repent for the choices they made in their youth.
Etymology
Middle English, from Old French 'repentir', from Latin 'paenitere' which means 'to cause to regret.'
Common Phrases and Expressions
repent of one's sins:
To express regret for one’s moral wrongdoings.
repent for what you've done:
To acknowledge wrongdoing and seek forgiveness.
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Slang Meanings
To bail on bad choices.
He's really repenting after that crazy party.
To feel bad about something you've done.
I totally repented for ghosting him after our date.