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regretfully Synonyms

Another word for regretfully

Choosing another word for regretfully depends on context, so the 11 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match 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 remorsefully and explained that she had already committed to another project."

Strongest
remorsefully
sorrowfully
ruefully
Strong
contritely
penitently
apologetically
sadly

• adverb (Context 2)

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

Usage Example

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

Strongest
regrettably
unfortunately
sadly
Strong
alas
unhappily

Opposites of regretfully

The opposite of regretfully shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

unrepentantly
fortunately
remorselessly
happily
luckily
thankfully
gladly
contentedly
See all opposites of regretfully

• Nearby Words

regressively
regret
regretful
regretfully
regretfulness
regrettable
regrettably

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