Meaning & Definition of word "Sorry"
Sorry
/ˈsɔːri/
adjective:
- 1. feeling regret, sorrow, or pity.
- Example: I'm sorry for what I said earlier; it was insensitive.
- 2. expressing a feeling of disappointment or sympathy.
- Example: She was very sorry to hear about your loss.
- 3. deserving pity; inadequate.
- Example: That was a sorry excuse for a performance.
interjection:
- 1. used to express apology or sympathy.
- Example: Sorry! I didn't mean to bump into you.
- 2. expresses regret.
- Example: 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 of sorry
Meaning: Srsly sorry
● Example Sentence: I was srsly sorry for missing your party.
Meaning: Sorry, not sorry
● Example Sentence: She was late again, and when she apologized, she added, 'Sorry, not sorry.'