apologetic
UK/ә.pɒlә'dʒetik/US
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Definitions
adj.
Showing or expressing regret
道歉的，歉疚的
adj.
Offering a reasoned defense of a doctrine or belief
辩护性的（为某教义或信念）
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedapo-away from, separate
+
-eticrelating to, having the nature of
=apologetic
The adjective of apology, carrying both senses: 'sorry' (an apologetic smile) and 'defending a belief' (apologetic writings defending a religion).
Root log still carries 50 more wordsExample Sentences
- 1.
He gave an apologetic shrug when he arrived late.
- 2.
She was apologetic about the delay in replying.