The difference between Apologetic and Regretful
When used as adjectives, apologetic means having the character of apology, whereas regretful means full of feelings of regret, indulging in regrets.
check bellow for the other definitions of Apologetic and Regretful
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Apologetic as an adjective:
Having the character of apology; regretfully excusing
Examples:
"His tone was apologetic as he explained what had happened."
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Apologetic as an adjective (dated):
Defending by words or arguments; said or written in defense.
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Regretful as an adjective:
Full of feelings of regret, indulging in regrets.
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Regretful as an adjective:
Sorrowful about what has been lost or done.