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apologise

The correct spelling is apologise.

How to pronounce apologise

verb

IPA: /əˈpɒləˌdʒaɪz/

Say it like: Apo-loj-ise

The correct spelling is apologise. (often followed by “for”) To make an apology or excuse; to acknowledge some fault or offense, with expression of regret for it, by way of amends For example: "My correspondent apologized for not answering my letter."

Usage Examples

My correspondent apologized for not answering my letter.

Definition

verb

  1. 1.(often followed by “for”) To make an apology or excuse; to acknowledge some fault or offense, with expression of regret for it, by way of amends
  2. 2.To express regret that a certain event has occurred.
  3. 3.To make an apologia or defense; to act as apologist.

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