Vocabulary Entry

shrift

|noun • verb

noun

A confession to a priest, particularly in the context of Christianity.

Example Sentences

"He went to church to make his shrift before the big exam."

"The priest listened attentively during the young man's shrift."

"In times of trouble, she found comfort in her shrift."

verb

Example Sentences

"She shrifted her doubts and fears during the retreat."

"He needed to shrift before feeling at peace."

"They decided to shrift their regrets to find closure."