Which of the following is closest in meaning to 'penitent'.
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 1
The correct answer is Option (1) → remorseful
Penitent means feeling or showing sorrow for having done wrong, and wishing to make amends. Its synonym is remorseful.
Example: The penitent boy apologised to his teacher for lying.
| Word | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| (1) remorseful (answer) | full of deep regret for a wrong one has done (the same feeling as penitent) | The driver was remorseful after the accident. |
| (2) unabashed | not ashamed or embarrassed (close to the opposite of penitent) | He spoke of his mistakes with unabashed pride. |
| (3) patient | able to wait calmly without getting annoyed (it only sounds like penitent) | Please be patient. The doctor will see you soon. |
| (4) unadulterated | pure, not mixed with anything else | The farm sells unadulterated milk. |
| Synonyms of penitent: remorseful, repentant, contrite, regretful Antonyms of penitent: unabashed, unrepentant, shameless, impenitent Also asked in CUET (UG): remorseful – 21-05-2025 Slot 1, 16-05-2025 Slot 1 |