Definition of REPENTANCE

repentance

Plural: repentances

Noun

  • remorse for your past conduct
  • The condition of being repentant, penitent.
  • A feeling of regret or remorse for doing wrong or sinning.

Origin / Etymology

First attested circa 14th century, from Old French repentance. More at repent.

Scrabble Score: 14

repentance: valid Scrabble (US) TWL Word
repentance: valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
repentance: valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 18

repentance: valid Words With Friends Word