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unapologetic

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/ˌʌnəˌpɑːləˈdʒɛtɪk/

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/ˌʌnəˌpɒləˈdʒɛtɪk/

Not expressing regret

Etymology
Etymology Information

'unapologetic' originates from the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the word 'apologetic,' which comes from the Greek word 'apologia,' meaning 'a speech in defense.'

Historical Evolution

'apologia' transformed into the Medieval Latin word 'apologeticus,' and eventually became the modern English word 'apologetic,' with 'un-' added to form 'unapologetic.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'apologia' meant 'a speech in defense,' but over time, 'apologetic' evolved to mean 'expressing regret,' and 'unapologetic' as 'not expressing regret.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

not acknowledging or expressing regret.

She was unapologetic about her controversial opinions.

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Last updated: 2025/01/18 02:57