Repine and Repent

Repine

Repine verb - To express dissatisfaction, pain, or resentment usually tiresomely.

Repent and repine are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Repent" instead a verb "Repine".

Nearby Word: repining

Repent

Repent verb - Feel remorse for; feel sorry for; be contrite about.
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Synonyms for Repent

Repine and repent are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Repine" instead a verb "Repent".

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