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Apologetic

Verb / ʌˌpɑ:lʌˈdʒetɪk / Another word for apologetic — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

feeling or expressing remorse or regret

Synonyms & similar words

excusatory unapologetic regretful remorseful sorry contrite penitent ashamed guilty compunctious rueful repentant sorrowful

Example sentences

  1. She was apologetic for being late to the party.
  2. He was very apologetic when he realized he had made a mistake.
  3. The teacher was apologetic for giving the class too much homework.
  4. She wrote an apologetic letter to her friend after they had a fight.
  5. He had an apologetic tone when he spoke to his boss about the mistake.

Quotes

  • "I have a very strict gun control policy: if there's a gun around, I want to be in control of it." - Clint Eastwood
  • "I'm not a great programmer; I'm just a good programmer with great habits." - Kent Beck
  • "Forgiveness is the fragrance that the violet sheds on the heel that has crushed it." - Mark Twain

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