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regrettably | regretful |

As an adverb regrettably

is in a manner inspiring or deserving regret.

As an adjective regretful is

full of feelings of regret, indulging in regrets.

regrettably

English

Adverb

(en adverb)
  • In a manner inspiring or deserving regret.

    • Synonyms

    * regretfully * unfortunately

    regretful

    English

    Adjective

    (en adjective)
  • Full of feelings of regret, indulging in regrets.
  • Sorrowful about what has been lost or done.

    • Synonyms

    * (full of regret) repining, rueful, sorrowful

    Derived terms

    * regretfully * regretfulness * unregretful

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