repent

• Verb, das ausdrückt, dass jemand aufrichtiges Bedauern oder Reue über eine Tat oder Sünde empfindet, oft mit der Absicht, sich zu ändern.

A verb used to express the act of feeling or showing sincere regret or remorse for a wrongdoing or sin, often with a commitment to change.

1. Turn away from wrongdoingB2formal

   To feel genuine regret for past wrong actions and decide to change one's behavior for the better.

   Bereuen

   • He repented of his dishonest dealings and sought forgiveness.
   • The preacher urged the congregation to repent and live a righteous life.
   • She repented her harsh words and apologized sincerely.

   Synonymereform

   Antonymeperseverepersist

2. Feel remorse or regretB2formal

   To experience deep sorrow or regret for something one has done.

   Reue empfinden

   • He repented his decision to quit school.
   • She repented of her laziness after failing the exam.
   • They repented their hasty marriage and soon separated.

   Synonymebewaildeploregrievelamentregretrue

   Antonymecelebraterejoice