apologetically

Definitions

In a manner that expresses regret or an acknowledgment of fault.

In a way that shows a desire to excuse or justify an action or belief.

Examples

He smiled apologetically as he realized he had arrived an hour late for the meeting.

She looked at the broken vase and spoke apologetically, hoping her mother would forgive the accident.

Synonyms

regretfully contritely remorsefully penitently ruefully sorrowfully ashamedly

Antonyms

defiantly unapologetically arrogantly boldly shamelessly remorselessly unrepentantly