unapologetic

[uhn-uh-pol-uh-jet-ik] / ˌʌn əˌpɒl əˈdʒɛt ɪk /

ADJECTIVE

unwilling to apologize

Synonyms

STRONGEST

impenitent remorseless unmerciful unrepentant

STRONG

obdurate unashamed

WEAK

callous defiant defying pitiless relentless

Antonyms

STRONGEST

apologetic contrite penitent

STRONG

regretful sorry

Example Sentences

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Whereas his predecessors spoke in more measured, technocratic language, Hegseth presents himself as an unapologetic frontman for the world's most powerful military.

From BBC • Mar. 11, 2026

It’s at restaurants — when vegetables arrive glossy, salted, unapologetic.

From Salon • Feb. 18, 2026

He came off as unapologetic, saying he was unaware of any criminal behavior by Epstein and had no recollection of ever meeting Giuffre.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 17, 2026

Intrator is an unapologetic creature of Wall Street, and the company he leads, which provides cloud-computing capacity for AI hyperscalers like OpenAI and Meta Platforms, reflects that to a degree.

From Barron's • Jan. 31, 2026

“She’s here for the same reason we all are. To have a great time,” Sean deadpanned before letting out an unapologetic burp.

From "Here to Stay" by Sara Farizan