unapologetic
/ˌʌnəˈpɒlədʒɪtɪk/adjective★Intermediate
informal
Not expressing regret or remorse for one's actions or words; showing no remorse.
The politician was unapologetic about his past mistakes.
He did not apologize or show regret for his past errors.
She gave an unapologetic speech defending her decisions.
Her speech showed no remorse or apology for her choices.
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Often used to describe someone who refuses to admit wrongdoing or apologize.
Collocations
unapologeticallyin a way that shows no regretunapologetic attitudea stance of not admitting fault
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💡Pro Tip
Usage Tip
Use 'unapologetic' to describe someone who stands by their actions without regret, even if others disapprove.
📖Word Origin
From 'un-' (not) + 'apologetic' (expressing regret). First recorded in the mid-19th century.
📝Usage Notes
Often used to describe people who refuse to admit wrongdoing or apologize, even when expected to do so.
Word Breakdown
un-
not
prefixapologetic
expressing regret
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