unapologetically
unapologetically — adverb
1. in a way that shows you are not sorry or embarrassed about what you do or believ
in a way that shows you are not sorry or embarrassed about what you do or believe, even when other people expect you to feel bad about it
Anthony unapologetically wore his lucky red socks to every job interview despite his friends' teasing.
unapologetically + verb of personal action
The local food blogger unapologetically shared her honest opinions about each restaurant she visited.
Maeve unapologetically asked for a raise after just three months at the new company.
Despite the hotel's strict rules, Rodrigo unapologetically brought his dog into the lobby every morning.
The daily newspaper unapologetically backed the same candidate throughout the election campaign.
- without apology
similar meaning, slightly more formal
- shamelessly
more negative, suggests the person should feel ashamed
- unashamedly
close in meaning, often used for personal qualities or identity
- apologetically
in a way that shows regret or sorrow
- sheepishly
in an embarrassed or shy way
文法句型
unapologetically + [verb]
[verb] + unapologetically
用法筆記
Common in contexts where the speaker expects disapproval from others but the subject is not bothered by it. The tone can range from confident and admirable to rude and stubborn, depending on context.
常見錯誤
unapologetically — adjective
- unapologeticallypositive
- more unapologeticallycomparative
- most unapologeticallysuperlative
1. having no regret or sorrow for something you have said or done, especially when
having no regret or sorrow for something you have said or done, especially when people expect you to apologize
Eitan remained unapologetic about leaving the party early without saying goodbye.
unapologetic about + [action]
When Yumi's dog jumped into the neighbor's pool for the third time, she remained completely unapologetic.
The former minister gave an unapologetic interview defending his decision to close three rural hospitals.
Caleb seemed surprisingly unapologetic after breaking the kitchen window with a football.
- unrepentant
similar, but often implies a moral or religious dimension
- defiant
adds an element of active resistance or challenge
- remorseless
stronger and more negative; suggests a complete lack of guilt
- apologetic
feeling or showing regret or sorrow
- contrite
feeling guilty and sorry, especially after doing wrong
文法句型
unapologetic + about + [noun/gerund]
be + unapologetic
用法筆記
Typically describes a person's attitude toward an action that others think deserves an apology. Not used for situations where no apology is expected.
常見錯誤
2. (of a statement, attitude, art, or quality) presented in a very direct way, with
(of a statement, attitude, art, or quality) presented in a very direct way, without any attempt to soften the effect or offer excuses
The book is an unapologetic celebration of life in a small Japanese fishing village.
unapologetic + [noun] describing a creative work
Her dance show was an unapologetic mix of classical ballet and street hip-hop.
The director's new documentary takes an unapologetic look at garbage sorting in Mumbai's busy streets.
Sana wrote an unapologetic letter to the airline about their terrible customer service.
文法句型
unapologetic + [noun]
用法筆記
Describes the nature of a thing (a statement, book, film, design), not a person's emotional state. The thing is presented firmly, without qualification.