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contrite

IPA pronunciation: /kənˈtraɪt/

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Russian meaning

Сокрушающийся, раскаивающийся

English definition

Feeling or expressing remorse at the recognition that one has done wrong.

Example

The examinee was genuinely contrite after being admonished for looking off-screen.

Collocations

contrite apology
feel contrite
contrite tone

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