apologetic

IPA(Pronunciation)

Adjective

dated

Having the character of apology; regretfully excusing / (dated) Defending by words or arguments; said or written in defense.

Japanese Meaning

謝罪の意を表し、後悔を示しながら弁解を試みる様子。 / （古風な用法）言葉や議論によって自己を弁護する様子。

She gave an apologetic smile after bumping into him on the crowded subway.

彼女は混んだ地下鉄で彼にぶつかった後、申し訳なさそうに笑った。

Sense（1）

Having the character of apology; regretfully excusing

His tone was apologetic as he explained what had happened.

Sense（2）

(dated) Defending by words or arguments; said or written in defense.

more apologetic

（ comparative ）

most apologetic

（ superlative ）