Apologising

Pronunciation: /əˈpɑːləˌdʒaɪzɪŋ/

Apologising (verb)

  1. Saying sorry for something you did wrong or that upset someone.

Examples

  • They are apologising for their mistake.
  • I am apologising for being late to the meeting.

Common collocations: sincerely apologise, apologise profusely, apologise for something

Synonyms of Apologising

Formal

Neutral

Antonyms of Apologising

  • To defend is to justify one's actions rather than express regret.