penitential

penitential Definition

peni·ten·tial (pen′i ten′s̸həl)

adjective

of, constituting, or expressing penitence or penance

Etymology: ML(Ec) penitentialis

noun

penitential Related Forms

pen′i·ten′·tially adverb

penitential Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

psalm: We have from his pen, an exposition of the seven penitential Psalms, evincing a tone of sincere piety.
rite: Recently a visiting priest sent them out after the penitential rite so we pounded into the Gloria which seemed OK.
fashion: The commissary ordered that barefoot and in penitential fashion he should offer a candle to the principal image, and should certify.
season: Yes, they are penitential seasons in the worship of the Church.
service: LENTEN PENITENTIAL SERVICE for the Pastoral Area will take place here at St Wilfrid's on Saturday 3 April at 2.30pm.
practice: In conclusion, the article will argue that penitential practices were firmly rooted in the Anglo-Saxon church's ministry for the laity.

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