unapologetic
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/ˌʌnəˌpɑːləˈdʒɛtɪk/
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/ˌʌnəˌpɒləˈdʒɛtɪk/
Not expressing regret
Etymology
'unapologetic' originates from the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the word 'apologetic,' which comes from the Greek word 'apologia,' meaning 'a speech in defense.'
'apologia' transformed into the Medieval Latin word 'apologeticus,' and eventually became the modern English word 'apologetic,' with 'un-' added to form 'unapologetic.'
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
