Apologetic
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Sincere Regret
Use 'apologetic' when genuinely expressing remorse for errors or wrongdoings. I felt truly apologetic for being late to the meeting.
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Not Formal Apology
'Apologetic' doesn't mean a formal apology; it's a description of someone's behavior or attitude. Her apologetic smile showed she regretted the oversight.
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Beyond Words
Someone can be apologetic through actions or expressions, not just with words. His apologetic gesture indicated he was sorry for the inconvenience caused.