Apologetic

usgb/əˌpɑːləˈdʒetɪk/
adjective

Feeling or showing you are sorry for doing something wrong or for causing a problem.

She was apologetic about the mistake she made during the presentation.
Visual representation of "apologetic" - Feeling or showing you are sorry for doing something wrong or for causing a problem.

Often appears as...

  • feel apologetic
  • apologetic look
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Sincere Regret

Use 'apologetic' when genuinely expressing remorse for errors or wrongdoings.

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I felt truly apologetic for being late to the meeting.
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Not Formal Apology

'Apologetic' doesn't mean a formal apology; it's a description of someone's behavior or attitude.

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Her apologetic smile showed she regretted the oversight.
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Beyond Words

Someone can be apologetic through actions or expressions, not just with words.

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His apologetic gesture indicated he was sorry for the inconvenience caused.
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