Strong
Weak
- Repentant
His repentant attitude showed he had changed. - Contrite
His contrite expression showed regret. - Remorseful
She felt remorseful after the argument. - Penitent
The penitent man asked for forgiveness. - Contrite
The patient was contrite about missing the appointment. - Apologetic
She looked apologetic during the conversation. - Regretful
He sounded regretful in his apology. - Ashamed
He felt ashamed of his actions. - Guilty
She looked guilty when confronted. - Sorry
She seemed truly sorry for her mistake.