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What kind of adjective would you use to describe someone who, has done something terrible but wishes to be forgiven? Apologetic feels like it doesn't carry enough weight, and doesn't guarantee regret.
Possibly something to describe someone feeling Sorrow over actions, choices or events.
or
Either expresses a deep remorse for something you have done wrong. Be aware that both are frequently used in a religious context, so there can be a slightly pious nuance.
Examples:
The judge asked if the defendant truly repented his crime.
She stood before the crowd, unrepentant of what she had done.
