apologetic
adjectiveformal/ɐ.pu.lu.ˈʒɛ.ti.ku/low
a·po·lo·gé·ti·co
Definition
Expressing regret or acknowledging fault; offered in defense or justification.
She gave an apologetic smile for being late.
His letter was apologetic in tone, defending his earlier actions.
Common collocations
apologetic toneapologetic letter
Etymology
Do latim 'apologeticus', do grego 'apologetikós'.