Meaning & Definition of Apologetically in English

Detailed Definitions

• Definition: In a way that expresses or conveys regret for something done.

  Example Sentence: She smiled apologetically when she realized she had interrupted him.

• Definition: With an attitude or manner that suggests an apology.

  Example Sentence: He spoke apologetically, trying to make amends for his earlier comments.

Etymology

Origin: From 'apologetic' + '-ally'

Synonyms

Common Phrases and Expressions

• speak apologetically: To communicate in a way that conveys remorse.
• apologetically yours: An expression used to convey apology in a letter or message.

Translations

• Spanish: de manera apologética

• French: d'une manière apologétique

• German: apologetisch

• Russian: извиняясь

Related Words

• apology: An expression of regret or remorse for a fault or offense.

• apologetic: Feeling or showing regret.

Slang Meanings of apologetically

• Meaning: Sorry about it.

  Example Sentence: I messed up your order, and I’m just saying 'apologetically' sorry!

• Meaning: Making excuses.

  Example Sentence: He was being all apologetically, just trying to justify his mistake.