Definitions

1. noun

a feeling of regret or guilt for a wrong committed, especially one for which one is willing to make amends

“Her contrition for hurting her friend’s feelings was evident in the apology letter she wrote.”

2. noun

a state of sorrow or regret for something done

“The priest counseled the sinner on her path to redemption from her state of contrition.”

3. noun

a feeling of remorse or regret, especially for something done or a decision made

“The politician’s contrition for the scandal was not convincing to the public.”