Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
apologetic
Adjective
əˌpɒləˈdʒɛtɪk
Definition
Feeling or showing regret or remorse for something bad that has happened or for causing someone to feel bad.
Examples
- She gave an apologetic smile after bumping into him.
- His tone was apologetic when he explained the misunderstanding.
- After the argument, he sent her an apologetic text message.
Meaning
The term ‘apologetic’ describes a person who expresses or shows a sense of apology, often feeling sorry for their actions or the circumstances.
Synonyms
- regretful
- remorseful
- contrite
- sorry
- repentant
