Unapologetic Meaning in English

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US

ˌənəˌpɑɫəˈdʒɛtɪk

uh-nuh-PAH-luh-JEH-tik

UK

ʌnɐpˌɒlədʒˈɛtɪk

un-uh-pol-uh-JET-ik

Definition

Not showing regret or saying sorry for one's actions, even if they upset others.

Usage & Nuances

Often used to describe someone who is bold, direct, or stands by their actions regardless of criticism. Can be neutral or negative depending on context. Common collocation: 'unapologetic attitude'. Not usually used for minor daily situations.

• Spanish: sin disculpas - sin remordimientos
• Portuguese (BR): sem remorso - sem pedir desculpas
• Portuguese (PT): sem remorsos - sem pedir desculpas
• Chinese (Simplified): 毫不抱歉 - 毫无歉意
• Chinese (Traditional): 毫不抱歉 - 毫無歉意
• Hindi: बिल्कुल भी माफ़ी नहीं मांगने वाला
• Arabic: غير معتذر - غير نادم
• Bengali: অনুশোচনাহীন - দ্বিধাহীন
• Russian: без извинений - нераскаивающийся
• Japanese: 謝罪しない - 悔いのない
• Vietnamese: không xin lỗi - không hối hận
• Korean: 당당한 - 미안해하지 않는
• Turkish: pişmanlık duymayan - özür dilemeyen
• Urdu: بے معافی - بغیر پشیمانی کے
• Indonesian: tanpa menyesal - tak meminta maaf

Example Sentences

He was unapologetic about being late to the meeting.

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She gave an unapologetic answer to the tough question.

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The artist was unapologetic about her unique style.

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With an unapologetic grin, he admitted he ate the last slice of cake.

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She takes an unapologetic approach to speaking her mind, no matter the topic.

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The politician remained unapologetic even after facing public criticism.

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