Literary notes about attrite (AI summary)
The word "attrite" displays a range of meanings in literature, bridging the literal and the metaphorical. In one instance, it appears in a descriptive sense, evoking fragmentation or wear, as in something broken down into pieces [1]. In other writings, "attrite" takes on a more emotional dimension, conveying a state of contrition or humble remorse that invites divine favor [2]. Additionally, the term is employed to portray dynamic character traits—shifting from rebellious to self-effacing—underscoring a purposeful vulnerability in the figure described [3].
- pulverizable; friable, crumbly, shivery; pulverized &c. v.; attrite[obs3]; in pieces.
— from Roget's Thesaurus by Peter Mark Roget - Thirdly, the adversaries say that sin is remitted; because an attrite or contrite person elicits an act of love to God
— from The Apology of the Augsburg Confession by Philipp Melanchthon - So like a woman ... fractious, unfathomable, then fawning and attrite—with a purpose!
— from We're Friends, Now by Henry Hasse
