Definition of Contrite. Meaning of Contrite. Synonyms of Contrite
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Definition of Contrite
Contrite Contrite Con"trite (?; 277), a. [L. contritus bruised, p. p.
of contrere to grind, bruise; con- + terere to rub, grind:
cf. F. contrit See Trite.]
1. Thoroughly bruised or broken. [Obs.]
2. Broken down with grief and penitence; deeply sorrowful for
sin because it is displeasing to God; humbly and
thoroughly penitent.
A contrite heart, O God, thou wilt not despise.
--Ps. li. 17.
Be penitent, and for thy fault contrite. --Milton.
Syn: Penitent; repentant; humble; sorrowful.
Contrite Contrite Con"trite, n.
A contrite person. --Hooker.
Contrite Contrite Con"trite, v.
In a contrite manner.
