See Definition for metamellomai 3338
See Definition for metanoeo 3340
The distinction often given between these is; 3338 refers to
an emotional change, 3340 to an change of choice, 3338 has
reference to particulars, 3340 to the entire life, 3338
signifies nothing but regret even amounting to remorse, 3340
that reversal of moral purpose known as repentance; does not
seem to be sustained by usage. But that 3340 is the fuller
and nobler term, expressive of moral action and issues, is
indicated not only by its derivation, but by the greater
frequency of its use and by the fact it is often used in the
imperative.
