Word APOLOGIZE: meanings, synonyms & antonyms

apologize

🇺🇸 [əˈpɑːlədʒaɪz]

Meanings

To express regret or sorrow for an action or situation, usually because it has caused harm or inconvenience to others. It is a way of showing acknowledgment of wrongdoing and seeking forgiveness.

Examples

• She apologized for being late to the meeting.
• I want to apologize for my behavior yesterday.
• He apologized for the misunderstanding and promised to clarify things.

Synonyms

regret • say sorry • express remorse

Antonyms

praise • compliment • justify