Regrettable

Pronunciation: /rɪˈɡrɛtəbl/

Definitions of regrettable

adjective expressing or causing regret or sorrow; unfortunate

Example Sentences

A1 It was regrettable that I forgot to bring my umbrella on a rainy day.

A2 It's regrettable that he didn't pass the exam despite studying hard.

B1 The decision to cancel the event at the last minute was regrettable.

B2 It's regrettable that the company had to lay off so many employees.

C1 The lack of action on climate change is a regrettable oversight by world leaders.

C2 The loss of such a talented artist at a young age is truly regrettable.

Examples of regrettable in a Sentence

formal It is regrettable that the project was not completed on time.

informal I heard about the regrettable situation with the car accident.

slang It's really regrettable that we can't go to the concert tonight.

figurative The missed opportunity was truly regrettable.

Grammatical Forms of regrettable

• past tense: regretted
• plural: regrettables
• comparative: more regrettable
• superlative: most regrettable
• present tense: regret
• future tense: will regret
• perfect tense: have regretted
• continuous tense: regretting
• singular: regrettable
• positive degree: regrettable
• infinitive: to regret
• gerund: regretting
• participle: regretting

Origin and Evolution of regrettable

First Known Use: 1824 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The word 'regrettable' originated from the combination of the word 'regret' and the suffix '-able', which means capable of or worthy of. It is used to describe something that is deserving of regret or causing feelings of sorrow or disappointment.

Evolution of the word: The usage of 'regrettable' has remained consistent in its meaning of something that is unfortunate or lamentable. However, its frequency of use has increased over time as society has become more aware of the consequences of actions and decisions.