penitent penitent /ˈpɛnɪtɪnt/

adjective

1. Feeling or expressing remorse for misdeeds  ( penitent , repentant )
   feeling or expressing remorse for misdeeds
   

noun

1. (Roman Catholic Church) a person who repents for wrongdoing (a Roman Catholic may be admitted to penance under the direction of a confessor)  ( penitent )
   (Roman Catholic Church) a person who repents for wrongdoing (a Roman Catholic may be admitted to penance under the direction of a confessor)