excusatory
Definition
Adjective: - Offering or expressing apology: Used to describe words, tones, or actions that are intended to serve as or convey an apology.
Usage
The word "excusatory" is a formal adjective. It is used to characterize something (like a statement, letter, tone, or gesture) that has the nature of an excuse or an apology. It describes the intent to justify or express regret for an action.
Examples
- Adjective:
- His excusatory tone suggested he knew he was at fault.
- She sent an excusatory email explaining her absence from the meeting.
- The note was brief but clearly excusatory.
Advanced Usage
- In Formal or Legal Contexts: The term can appear in formal writing or discourse where the nuance of offering a justification or defense is important.
- The defendant's statement was more excusatory than remorseful.
Variants and Related Words
- Apologetic (adj): Expressing or showing regretful acknowledgment of an offense or failure. This is a more common synonym.
- Justificatory (adj): Attempting to justify or defend. While related, "justificatory" focuses more on providing reasons to defend an action rather than primarily expressing regret.
- Defensive (adj): Used to describe behavior intended to defend or justify oneself against criticism.
Synonyms
- Apologetic
- Regretful
- Contrite (implies deeper sorrow for wrongdoing)
- Penitent (implies a desire to make amends)
Antonyms
- Unapologetic
- Defiant
- Accusatory (blaming others)
Notes
"Excusatory" is not a commonly used word in everyday conversation. Its more frequent synonym, "apologetic," is preferred in most contexts. "Excusatory" might be chosen in academic, legal, or very formal writing to precisely denote the act of offering an excuse or apology.
Adjective
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offering or expressing apology
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an apologetic note
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an apologetic manner
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