apologetic
adjectiveHow to pronounce apologetic:
Definition of apologetic:
- apologetic (adjective):
- offering or expressing apology.
- feeling or showing regret regretfully acknowledging fault or failure expressing an apology
Synonyms for apologetic:
sheepishcompunctiousshamefaceddefensiveregretfulsorryrepentantexcusatoryremorsefulcontriteShow 3 more
Antonyms for apologetic:
boldpleasedinsolentjoyfulobduratesatisfiedcontentiousrecalcitrantrestiveintransigentShow 15 more
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