unapologetic
Americanadjective
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not accepting fault or blame.
He has been called out for his disgraceful behavior, but remains unapologetic.
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showing no regret.
Their answer was honest, straightforward, and unapologetic.
The poet’s willingness to be so unapologetic about her point of view takes nerve.
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Etymology
Origin of unapologetic
Explanation
If you're unapologetic, you refuse to say you're sorry or to express any regret. You might be unapologetic about missing your horrible cousin's birthday party, for example. If someone isn't sorry, she's unapologetic: your English teacher is probably an unapologetic grammarian, and you might be unapologetic about your lack of interest in the art of proper grammar. Neither of you is willing to acknowledge any regret for your feelings. While the adjective unapologetic can describe someone who simply refuses to apologize, it also conveys a sense of strength: an unapologetic feminist, for example, is proud to stand by her beliefs.
Example Sentences
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Graham later was dismissive of those attacks, Holder said, adding that he was unapologetic about his association with Trump and often laughed at the crowds gathered outside to protest him.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 26, 2026
It’s an unapologetic message song about demanding respect, and what was moving about hearing it here is that nobody seemed put off by that idea.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 5, 2026
"I just do think that the more unapologetic you are able to be, and the more honest you're able to be, I think it resonates," he says.
From BBC ● Jun. 19, 2026
O’Herlihy employed color, material and texture with unusual force, creating an unapologetic civic presence.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 18, 2026
DRACO: You are late and unapologetic, maybe you are determined to compound the problem.
From "Harry Potter and the Cursed Child" by J.K. Rowling
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