sorry

//ˈsɒri//
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Visual representation of sorry

Adjective

sorryCanonical form
sorrierComparative
sorriestSuperlative
1

Feeling regret, remorse, or penitence for something one has done or failed to do.

I'm sorry I forgot your birthday.

2

Feeling sympathy, pity, or compassion for someone else's misfortune or suffering.

I feel sorry for people who have lost their homes.

3

In a poor or pitiful state; wretched or inadequate.

The garden was in a sorry state after the storm.

Interjection

1

Used to express apology, regret, or polite disagreement.

Sorry, I didn't mean to interrupt you.

2

Used to ask someone to repeat something that was not heard or understood.

Sorry, I didn't catch that. Could you say it again?