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apologetic

The correct spelling is apologetic.

How to pronounce apologetic

adjective

IPA: /əˌpɒləˈdʒɛtɪk/

Say it like: Apo-loj-eti-c

The correct spelling is apologetic. Having the character of apology; regretfully excusing For example: "His tone was apologetic as he explained what had happened."

Usage Examples

His tone was apologetic as he explained what had happened.

Definition

adjective

  1. 1.Having the character of apology; regretfully excusing
  2. 2.Defending by words or arguments; said or written in defense.

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