ashamnu

/ɑʃˈmɑnu/

Definitions

1. verb

to be guilty, to have sinned

“According to the biblical text, David said ‘Ashamnu’ to show his guilt for his actions.”

2. noun

a declaration of guilt or sin, often recited in Jewish prayer

“The rabbi led the congregation in the Ashamnu, a prayer of confession and repentance.”

Synonyms

  • guilty
  • sinned

Antonyms

  • blameless
  • innocent