adj
apologetic
uh-po-luh-JEH-tihk
Apologetic (adj) means expressing regret or sorry for a mistake or fault. Example: “She sent an apologetic email after missing the deadline.”
adj
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Expressing regret or sorry for a mistake or fault.
"She sent an apologetic email after missing the deadline."
"He looked apologetic as he explained why he was late."
How to use apologetic
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishShowing that you feel sorry or regretful about something.
Common pairings
apologetic tone
apologetic smile
sound apologetic
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Word forms
- Plural
- apologetics
- Comparative
- more apologetic
- Superlative
- most apologetic
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Etymology
From Greek apologetikos, "suitable for a defense," ultimately from the same root as "apology."
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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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