repentance
//rɪˈpɛntəns//
Noun
repentanceSingular
1
Deep sorrow, regret, or remorse for a past sin, wrongdoing, or mistake, often accompanied by a commitment to change one's behavior.
His sincere repentance for his past mistakes moved everyone in the room.
2
The act or process of repenting; turning away from sin or wrongdoing.
True repentance requires turning away from past mistakes and committing to change.