contrite

11 plus vocabulary word for grammar school entrance exams

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Learn the meaning of contrite with synonyms, antonyms and an example sentence. Part of our 11 plus vocabulary list used for selective school and grammar school preparation.

contrite

(adjective)

Meaning

feeling remorse for a wrongdoing

Example

"After realizing her mistake, Maria was genuinely contrite and apologized."

Synonyms

repentantremorsefulsorry

Antonyms

unrepentanthaughtyproud