Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
shrift
noun
/ʃrɪft/
Definition
The act of confession, especially to a priest.
Examples
- After a long time of contemplation, he finally decided to seek shrift for his wrongdoings.
- Many found solace in shrift, believing it to be a path to redemption.
- In the play, the character expressed his desire for a quick shrift before facing his fate.
Meaning
Shrift refers to the process of confessing sins, typically in a religious context.
Synonyms
- confession
- atonement
- penitence
