apologetic

/ˌæpəˈlɒdʒɪtɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

expressing or feeling regret or sorrow for something that has happened or been done

“After spilling coffee on her shirt, she looked apologetic.”

2. noun

a person who apologizes for something

“The apologetic employee tried to make amends for the mistake.”

Synonyms

  • contrite
  • penitent
  • remorseful

Antonyms

  • defiant
  • unrepentant