contritely

[kuhn-trahyt-lee, kahn-trahyt-lee]

adverb

1. in a contrite or repentant manner.

Example Sentences

While limiting his discussion of what happened to generalities and without going into detail, he spoke contritely about unwittingly “insensitive” behavior.

From Seattle Times

“I was and am tone-deaf,” he told me, no longer nodding but shaking his head contritely.

From New York Times

Approach the other manager contritely, apologize for your employee’s behavior, ask about the incident and make assurances that you take it seriously and are taking steps to prevent any repetition.

From Washington Post

"Chrissy Teigen very clearly and contritely apologized for insensitive public tweets she made around a decade ago," the latest apology on her Instagram reads.

From Fox News

In a recent national press conference, Shields contritely stated, "We have to rebrand our product" as police officers.

From Fox News