Definition

Adjective: 1. Not sorry or regretful; not expressing apology: Describes a person, attitude, or action that shows no remorse, regret, or desire to apologize for one's beliefs, actions, or statements. It implies a firm, often defiant, stance. 2. Not offering a defense or justification: While not apologizing, it can also carry the nuance of not feeling the need to explain or defend oneself.

Usage and Examples

• Basic Adjective Use:

  • She was unapologetic about her controversial opinion.
  • He gave an unapologetic shrug when confronted with his mistake.
  • The company's unapologetic pursuit of profit angered environmental groups.

• Common Collocations:

  • Unapologetic about: This is the most common structure.

    • She is unapologetic about her love of classic rock.
  • Remain/stay unapologetic: To continue not expressing regret.

    • Despite the criticism, the artist remained unapologetic.
  • Fiercely/utterly/completely unapologetic: Used for emphasis.

    • He is fiercely unapologetic in his support for the policy.

Advanced Usage and Nuance

• The word often carries a tone of defiance, confidence, or pride. It can be used both positively (admiring someone's conviction) and negatively (criticizing someone's stubbornness or lack of remorse).
  • Her unapologetic authenticity is inspiring. (Positive)
  • His unapologetic rudeness was unacceptable. (Negative)
• "Unapologetically" (Adverb): Used to modify a verb or adjective to show an action is done without apology.
  • She lives unapologetically.
  • The design is unapologetically bold.

Variants and Related Words

• Unapologetically (adv.): In an unapologetic manner.
• Unrepentant (adj.): Similar to unapologetic, but stronger, implying no feeling of guilt or shame for wrongdoing.
• Defiant (adj.): Showing open resistance or bold disobedience.
• Unabashed (adj.): Not embarrassed, disconcerted, or ashamed.

Synonyms

• Unrepentant
• Remorseless
• Unashamed
• Defiant
• Unregretful

Antonyms

• Apologetic
• Contrite
• Remorseful
• Regretful
• Penitent

Idioms and Common Phrases

• To be/unapologetic to the core: To be completely and fundamentally without apology.
  • He is a traditionalist, unapologetic to the core.

Adjective

1. unwilling to make or express an apology
   • an unapologetic believer