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regretfully Antonyms

Opposite of regretfully

Because the opposite of regretfully shifts with each meaning, the 8 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• adverb (Context 1)

In a manner that feels or expresses sorrow, remorse, or disappointment over something that has happened or been done.

Usage Example

"She smiled unrepentantly and explained that she had already committed to another project."

Strongest
unrepentantly
remorselessly
Strong
gladly
happily
contentedly

• adverb (Context 2)

Used to express that a situation or fact is unfortunate, undesirable, or to be regretted.

Usage Example

"fortunately, we are unable to offer you a position at our firm at this time."

Strongest
fortunately
happily
Strong
luckily
thankfully

Similar words to regretfully

Words similar to regretfully shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

regrettably
unfortunately
remorsefully
sorrowfully
sadly
ruefully
penitently
contritely
See all synonyms of regretfully

• Nearby Words

regressively
regret
regretful
regretfully
regretfulness
regrettable
regrettably

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Regretfully. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/regretfully
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