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contrition

con·tri·tion [ kən trísh'n ]


noun 
Definition:
 
1. repentance: deep and genuine feelings of guilt and remorse

2. shame over past sins: in the Roman Catholic Church, repentance for past sins and a firm resolve not to sin in the future
acts of contrition

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