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Synonyms for Penitential & Similar Words

Definition of penitential

adjective
  1. showing or constituting penance; "penitential tears"; "wrote a penitential letter apologizing for her hasty words"

2 synonyms found

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What are synonyms for penitential?
Synonyms for penitential include: penitent, repentant.
How many synonyms does penitential have?
Penitential has 2 synonyms.

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