repent
//rɪˈpɛnt//
Verb
repentInfinitive
repentPresent tense
repentedPast tense
repentedPast participle
repentingPresent participle
repentsThird-person singular
1
To feel deep sorrow or regret for a past action or sin and resolve to change one's behavior.
He repented his past mistakes and decided to live a better life.
2
To feel remorse or contrition for something one has done or failed to do.
He deeply repented his harsh words to his friend.