Sorry

/ˈsɔːri/

Meaning & Definition

adjective
feeling regret, sorrow, or pity.
I'm sorry for what I said earlier; it was insensitive.
expressing a feeling of disappointment or sympathy.
She was very sorry to hear about your loss.
deserving pity; inadequate.
That was a sorry excuse for a performance.
interjection
used to express apology or sympathy.
Sorry! I didn't mean to bump into you.
expresses regret.
Sorry, but I can't come to the party.

Etymology

Middle English 'sori', from Old English 'sorg' meaning 'sorrow'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

sorry to hear that
Expressing sympathy or regret related to someone's circumstances.
sorry for the inconvenience
An apology for causing trouble or difficulty.
sorry, not sorry
A sarcastic phrase indicating lack of true remorse.

Related Words

sorrow
A feeling of deep distress caused by loss, disappointment, or other misfortune.
regret
A feeling of sadness or disappointment over something that has happened or been done.

Slang Meanings

Srsly sorry
I was srsly sorry for missing your party.
Sorry, not sorry
She was late again, and when she apologized, she added, 'Sorry, not sorry.'