apologetic
adjective
containing an apology or excuse for a fault, failure, insult, injury, etc..
apologetically
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a word derived from
apologetic.
Example Sentences
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But they couldn’t do that, one doctor said apologetically, sighing deeply.
From Salon ● May 27, 2026
Smiling apologetically, he tells us: "I'm keeping her waiting for you guys and this interview."
From BBC ● May 23, 2026
"I don't have any words", she said apologetically and with a smile.
From Barron's ● Apr. 9, 2026
“Everything seems to take so much longer since I retired,” I told Karen apologetically as I showed her the results.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 12, 2026
I smile apologetically at Johanna, and her expression remains unchanged.
From "Insurgent" by Veronica Roth
