Another Word For Sorry

Meaning

The word "sorry" expresses a feeling of regret or remorse for an action or situation. When someone says they are "sorry," they are often acknowledging a mistake or expressing sympathy towards someone else's misfortune. It is commonly used to apologize or to show that one feels bad about something that has happened.

Synonyms

• Apologetic
• Regretful
• Contrite
• Remorseful
• Repentant
• Sad

Antonyms

• Unapologetic
• Indifferent
• Unrepentant
• Happy
• Joyful

Etymology

The word "sorry" comes from the Old English "sarig," which means "sorrowful." The understanding of the term has evolved over centuries, but it has consistently conveyed feelings of sadness or regret.

Examples

1. "I’m so sorry for breaking your toy; I didn’t mean to."
2. "She felt sorry for her friend who lost the competition."
3. "He apologized, saying he was truly sorry for his harsh words."
4. "I'm really sorry that I couldn't attend the party last night."
5. "They looked sorry when they realized they had forgotten her birthday."