repentance

/ri-ˈpen-tᵊn(t)s/

noun

  1. the action or process of repenting especially for misdeeds or moral shortcomings

penitence repentance contrition compunction remorse mean regret for sin or wrongdoing. penitence implies sad and humble realization of and regret for one's misdeeds. repentance adds the implication of a resolve to change.