Guiltily: meaning, definitions and examples

This word is used when someone feels guilt after having done something wrong or when caught doing something they shouldn't be doing.

• She looked at him guiltily after being caught sneaking a cookie from the jar

Use this word when someone feels deep regret or sorrow for something harmful or wrong they have done. It carries a heavier sense of wrong doing.

• She cried remorsefully after realizing the impact of her harsh words on her friend

This word describes a feeling of shame or embarrassment about one's actions, often showing in someone's expression or demeanor.

• The little boy looked at the ground shamefacedly after being scolded for lying

This word is appropriate when someone feels regret or sadness about something they have done, often wishing they could change it.

• He shook his head regretfully, knowing he had missed his chance to apologize

This word is used when someone feels guilty about something and their actions or words reflect this guilt. It often involves a sense of remorse.

• She looked at him guiltily after breaking his favorite vase.
• He guiltily admitted to eating the last piece of cake.

Use this word for situations where someone is revealing or admitting something secret or wrong, often with a sense of relief or unburdening.

• She spoke confessingly about her fears of failure in the interview.
• He looked at her confessingly as he told her the truth about his past.

This word is used when someone reluctantly accepts a fact or truth, often in response to being confronted. It has a tone of concession.

• He said admittingly that he hadn't prepared for the exam.
• Admittingly, she had underestimated the complexity of the task.

Use this word when someone is indicating that they recognize or accept the truth of a situation, typically without strong emotion.

• She nodded acknowledgingly when her mistake was pointed out.
• He smiled acknowledgingly as he admitted his role in the project.