unapologetic

[ uhn-uh-pol-uh-jet-ik ]

adjective

1. not accepting fault or blame:

   He has been called out for his disgraceful behavior, but remains unapologetic.

2. showing no regret:

   Their answer was honest, straightforward, and unapologetic.

   The poet’s willingness to be so unapologetic about her point of view takes nerve.

Other Words From

• un·a·pol·o·get·i·cal·ly adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of unapologetic¹

un- ¹( def ) + apologetic ( def )

Example Sentences

He uses pugnacious, sometimes trollish oratory to present himself as Trump’s avatar on the bench, an unapologetic brawler who fights for ordinary people against woke liberals and condescending elites.

From Slate

Both men are unapologetic defenders of Trump’s hardline border policies and along with Noem, show that Trump is filling his cabinet with loyalists.

From Salon

The “2 Fast 2 Furious” and “Rogue” alum noted that “as long as Taylor Sheridan is writing,” he would be interested in returning to the “Yellowstone” universe, bringing back his character, whom he described as an “an American man who is unapologetic, honest, loyal with strong values.”

From Los Angeles Times

Style should be unapologetic and unpredictable.

From Los Angeles Times

"She’s unequivocally herself and unapologetic about that," she says.

From BBC

Related Words

• impenitent
• remorseless
• unmerciful
• unrepentant