apologize

a-pol-o-gize · verb

imported

Definitions

verb

  1. 1.

    To express regret for something that one has done wrong.

  2. 2.

    To make a formal defense or justification in speech or writing.

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    apologize profusely — To say sorry many times or very sincerely.
  • •
    no need to apologize — Said when an apology is unnecessary.

Related words

Antonyms: accuse, blame
See also: apologies, apologise, apology, sorry
Synonyms: apologise (British), express regret, make amends, say sorry

Etymology

From Greek apologizesthai ("to give an account, speak in one's defense"), from apologos ("account, story"), from apo- ("away") + logos ("speech").