apologetic
Apologetic (adj) means expressing regret or sorry for a mistake or fault. Example: “She sent an apologetic email after missing the deadline.”
How to Use Apologetic
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishShowing that you feel sorry or regretful about something.
Word Forms
more apologetic comparative, apologetics plural, most apologetic superlative
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She sent an _____ email after missing the deadline.
Etymology
From Greek apologetikos, "suitable for a defense," ultimately from the same root as "apology."
Rhymes for apologetic
Frequently Asked Questions
What does “apologetic” mean?
The word “apologetic” means expressing regret or sorry for a mistake or fault. In plain terms, showing that you feel sorry or regretful about something.
How do you pronounce “apologetic”?
“Apologetic” is pronounced uh-po-luh-JEH-tihk (/əˌpɑləˈd͡ʒɛtɪk/ in IPA).
How do you use “apologetic” in a sentence?
Here is “apologetic” used in a sentence: “She sent an apologetic email after missing the deadline.”
What part of speech is “apologetic”?
“Apologetic” is an adjective.
Where does the word “apologetic” come from?
The word “apologetic” comes from Greek. From Greek apologetikos, "suitable for a defense," ultimately from the same root as "apology.".
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