Meaning & use
Regretfully
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In a manner that shows regret or sorrow, especially about something that cannot be changed.
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Regretfully, we must inform you that your application was unsuccessful.
He regretfully declined the invitation due to a scheduling conflict.
A note on using this word
Often confused with 'regrettably'; 'regretfully' describes how the subject feels, while 'regrettably' describes that a situation is unfortunate.
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