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contrition

/kənˈtrɪʃən/ American
  • n. 悔恨, 悔改
Definition
  • n. deep and sincere regret for having done wrong
Example
He showed real contrition after breaking his sister's favorite toy.
弄坏了妹妹最喜欢的玩具后,他表现出真心的悔意。