Apologize: meaning, definitions and examples
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apologize
[ əˈpɒl.ə.dʒaɪz ]
formal
To express regret for something that one has done wrong; to offer an apology or excuse for one's actions.
Synonyms
express regret, make amends, say sorry
Examples of usage
- She apologized for being late to the meeting.
- He apologized to his friend for forgetting their birthday.
informal
To say sorry or acknowledge a mistake or offense, often in a casual or relaxed manner.
Synonyms
make excuses, offer an explanation, say sorry
Examples of usage
- He apologized for stepping on her foot.
- She quickly apologized for the misunderstanding.
Translations
Translations of the word "apologize" in other languages:
🇵🇹 pedir desculpas
🇮🇳 माफी माँगना (maafi maangana)
🇩🇪 sich entschuldigen
🇮🇩 meminta maaf
🇺🇦 вибачатися
🇵🇱 przepraszać
🇯🇵 謝る (ayamaru)
🇫🇷 s'excuser
🇪🇸 disculparse
🇹🇷 özür dilemek
🇰🇷 사과하다 (sagwahada)
🇸🇦 اعتذر (iʿtadhar)
🇨🇿 omlouvat se
🇸🇰 ospravedlňovať sa
🇨🇳 道歉 (dàoqiàn)
🇸🇮 opravičevati se
🇮🇸 biðjast afsökunar
🇰🇿 кешірім сұрау (keşirim surau)
🇬🇪 მოხსნა ბოდიშის (mokhsna bodishis)
🇦🇿 üzr istəmək
🇲🇽 disculparse
Word origin
The word 'apologize' originated from the Greek word 'apologia', which means 'a speech in defense'. Over time, the meaning evolved to include expressing regret or acknowledging fault. The concept of apologizing has been a part of human communication for centuries, as a way to mend relationships and show humility.