apologies

[əˈpɒlədʒiz]

apologies Definition

expressions of regret or sorrow for having done or said something that has caused offense or inconvenience.

Using apologies: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "apologies" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    Please accept my apologies for being late.

  • Example

    I owe you an apology for what I said earlier.

  • Example

    The company issued a public apology for the mistake.

apologies Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for apologies

Phrases with apologies

  • to offer excuses or justifications for one's actions or behavior

    Example

    He tried to make apologies for his rude behavior, but it was too late.

  • a series of public appearances or statements made by a person or organization in order to apologize for past mistakes or wrongdoings

    Example

    After the scandal broke out, the politician went on an apology tour to try and regain public trust.

  • a response to someone who has apologized, indicating that the apology is acknowledged and forgiven

    Example

    A: I'm sorry for what I said earlier. B: Apology accepted.

Origins of apologies

from Greek 'apologia', meaning 'a speech in defense'

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Summary: apologies in Brief

'Apologies' [əˈpɒlədʒiz] are expressions of regret or sorrow for having done or said something that has caused offense or inconvenience. It is often used in phrases like 'Please accept my apologies for being late,' and 'The company issued a public apology for the mistake.' 'Apologies' can also be used in idiomatic expressions like 'make apologies,' which means to offer excuses or justifications for one's actions or behavior.