Master confusing words with ease
Apology vs. Excuse
Apology
/əˈpɒlədʒi/Examples:
My apologies again.It's a pretty inadequate apology considering what I've cost her."I object and demand an apology."
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Excuse
/ɪkˈskjuːz/Examples:
I long to make apologies, excuses, to urge something for myself.Shocked and confused, she excused herself and went to her room.'Excuse me, old man,' he said.
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Ways to tell them apart:
- An apology involves an admission of wrongdoing and a request for forgiveness.
- An excuse is often a reason or explanation given to lessen blame or justify an action.
- When you apologize, you acknowledge fault, but when you make an excuse, you may be trying to shift the blame or avoid responsibility.
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