One under church censure, but admitted to penance; one undergoing penance.
One under the direction of a confessor.
One who repents of sin; one sorrowful on account of their transgressions.
Feeling pain or sorrow on account of one's sins or offenses; feeling sincere guilt.
Doing penance.
Not disconcerted or embarrassed.
Of actions, emotions, facts, etc.: that are not concealed or disguised, or not eliciting shame.