Meaning of the word regrettable in English

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regrettable

US /rɪˈɡret̬.ə.bəl/
UK /rɪˈɡret.ə.bəl/
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Adjective

giving rise to regret; undesirable or unwelcome

Example:
It was a regrettable mistake that cost them the game.
The cancellation of the event was highly regrettable.
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