The word 'penanced' means to impose or undergo a punishment, typically involving self-denial or deprivation, as a way of making amends for wrongdoing or sin. Some synonyms for 'penanced' include atoned, expiated, redeemed, redeemed oneself, made amends, made reparations, paid a penalty, made restitution, and offered restitution. These words describe actions that involve correcting a mistake, righting a wrong, or making up for an offense. Some other words that can be used synonymously with 'penanced' include punished, chastised, disciplined, corrected, and rebuked. These words all describe the act of accepting responsibility for one's actions and accepting the consequences that may come with it.