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apologies

The correct spelling is apologies.

How to pronounce apologies

noun

Say it like: Apo-loj-ees

The correct spelling is apologies. An expression of remorse or regret for having said or done something that harmed another: an instance of apologizing (saying that one is sorry). For example: "The CEO made a public apology for the scandal, and promised full cooperation with the authorities."

Usage Examples

The CEO made a public apology for the scandal, and promised full cooperation with the authorities.

The Apology of Socrates.

a poor apology for a hotel room

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.An expression of remorse or regret for having said or done something that harmed another: an instance of apologizing (saying that one is sorry).
  2. 2.A formal justification, defence.
  3. 3.Anything provided as a substitute; a makeshift.

interjection

  1. 1.Expresses regret, remorse, or sorrow.
  2. 2.Used to correct oneself in speech.

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