repented

re·pent

R r

Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- UK Pronunciation
- UK IPA
- [ri-pent]
- /rɪˈpɛnt/
- /rɪˈpent/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [ri-pent]
- /rɪˈpɛnt/

Definitions of repented word

verb without object repented to feel sorry, self-reproachful, or contrite for past conduct; regret or be conscience-stricken about a past action, attitude, etc. (often followed by of): He repented after his thoughtless act. 1
verb without object repented to feel such sorrow for sin or fault as to be disposed to change one's life for the better; be penitent. 1
verb with object repented to remember or regard with self-reproach or contrition: to repent one's injustice to another. 1
verb with object repented to feel sorry for; regret: to repent an imprudent act. 1

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Origin of repented

First appearance:

before 1250

One of the 11% oldest English words

1250-1300; Middle English repenten < Old French repentir, equivalent to re- re- + pentir to feel sorrow (< Latin paenitēre to regret, be sorry); see penitent

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Parts of speech for Repented

noun

adjective

verb

adverb

pronoun

preposition

conjunction

determiner

exclamation

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repented popularity

A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 93% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

According to our data about 53% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.

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Synonyms for repented

verb repented

deplored — to regret deeply or strongly; lament: to deplore the present state of morality.

Just one Synonym for repented