apologise Definition
to express regret or say sorry for something that one has done wrong.
Using apologise: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "apologise" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
He apologized for being late.
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She apologized to me for her mistake.
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I must apologize for my behavior last night.
apologise Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for apologise
- express regret
- say sorry
- make an apology
- beg pardon
Phrases with apologise
Example
I want to apologize in advance for any inconvenience this may cause.
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He apologized profusely for his mistake.
Example
I apologize for my colleague's behavior.
Origins of apologise
from Greek 'apologia', meaning 'a speech in defense'
Summary: apologise in Brief
'Apologise' [əˈpɒlədʒaɪz] is a verb that means to express regret or say sorry for something that one has done wrong. It is often used in phrases like 'He apologized for being late.' and 'I must apologize for my behavior last night.' Other phrases include 'apologize in advance,' which means to say sorry before doing something that might cause offense or inconvenience, and 'apologize profusely,' which means to say sorry repeatedly and with great sincerity.
