Sorry
apologetic, excusatory
If you are contrite, you are sorry for whatever you have done. Sorry is one synonym. You might also hear someone say they feel remorse, or they are remorseful. Another term you might use would be apologetic. Repentant is another good synonym.
To be apologetic means that you're sorry or regretful. Two synonyms of apologetic are remorseful and rueful. "Bob was apologetic after his teacher caught him cheating on the test."
"Regret" is a verb that can convey a sense of being apologetic or expressing remorse.
aplogize
Apologetic
Apology
apologetic
The adjective for apology is "apologetic." It is used to describe someone who feels or expresses regret or remorse for their actions. The word "apologetic" can also be used to characterize a tone or demeanor that conveys a sense of apology or regret.
Negative Apologetics
Apologetic refers to the act of defending or explaining a belief or position. It typically involves articulating reasons or arguments to justify a particular viewpoint or behavior.
The adjective related to the noun apology is apologetic.