repenting
Meanings
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verb
feeling regret or remorse for past actions and intending to make amends for them
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verb
to feel regret or remorse for past actions and seek forgiveness
Synonyms
afterthink , regret , rue
Rhymes
Words rhyming with repentingrepentance , reimbursement , rehearsement
Variants
List of all variants of repenting that leads to same resultrepent , repented , repenter , repenters , repenting , repents
Forms
Different forms of the word (e.g., verb conjugations, plural forms, comparative/superlative forms for adjectives).repents, repenting, repented
Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.From Old French repentir, from repentir, from re- ‘back’ + penitre ‘repent, feel remorse’
Trivia
Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word-
The word 'repent' appears 15 times in the Bible.
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The term 'repentance' is derived from the Old French word 'repentir', which means 'to turn around'.
Related Concepts
informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to-
penance: The act of making amends for wrongdoing, often involving self-discipline or suffering.
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confession: The act of acknowledging one's sins or mistakes to another person, often a religious leader or a trusted friend.
Culture
Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.In Christianity, repentance is a turning away from sin and turning towards God. It involves feeling remorse for past actions, confessing them, and making amends. Repentance is a common theme in literature, art, and music, often depicted as a journey towards forgiveness and redemption.
How to Memorize "repenting"
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visualize
- Imagine a person feeling remorse for past actions, seeking forgiveness, and making amends. Visualize the emotions and actions involved in this process.
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associate
- Associate the word 'repenting' with the feeling of regret and the act of seeking forgiveness.
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mnemonics
- Create a mnemonic by associating the word 'repenting' with the phrase 'Regret, Express, Penance, and Turning' (REPENT).
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