Definition of penitent

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  • penitent is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 10
  • penitent is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 10
  • penitent is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 13

Definition of penitent

  • feeling or expressing remorse for misdeeds (adjective)

    Synonyms

    1. repentant
  • (Roman Catholic Church) a person who repents for wrongdoing (a Roman Catholic may be admitted to penance under the direction of a confessor) (noun)

See definition of penitent in Merriam Webster