Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word To express regret or say sorry for a mistake or wrongdoing.
Apologize
/əˈpɒlədʒaɪz/Synonyms:
Antonyms:
Examples:
She apologized and replaced it with a better horse.
Jennifer North entered in a rush, apologizing to everyone for oversleeping.
I never thought I'd have to apologize for being—inexperienced.
Etymology:
Apologize comes from the Greek word apologia which means a speech in defense. The term evolved in English from a context of self-defense to include expressing remorse by the late 16th century.
Usage Statistics:
29 mentions per 1 million words 
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