Pronunciation

/əˈpɑːləʊɪz/

Definitions

• Verb: To express regret, sorrow, or歉意 for one’s actions, words, or behavior. For example: “She apologized for being late to the meeting.”
• Noun: An expression of such regret or sorrow. For example: “He issued a formal apology for the mistake.”

Phrases

• “Apologize to someone” means to express remorse to another person.
• “I apologize in advance” is a statement acknowledging that something may go wrong and you’ll apologize if it does.
• “No hard feelings, right? Let’s just forget about it and move on” implies an acceptance of an apology.

Example Sentences

• Verb: “After realizing he was wrong, John apologized to his friend.”
• Noun: “The CEO issued a public apology for the company’s handling of the crisis.”
• Interjection: “I’m so sorry, I didn’t mean to hurt your feelings” (implied apology).

Synonyms

• Apologise (British English)
• Pardon
• Excuse
• Forgive
• Make amends
• Express contrition

Antonyms

• Deny responsibility
• Insist (on not apologizing)
• Defend
• Blame
• Offend