apologize

2 definitions • 6 examples

to tell someone that you are sorry for having done something that has caused problems or unhappiness for them:

I must apologize to Isobel for my lateness.

Trains may be subject to delay - we apologize for any inconvenience caused.

She apologized profusely for having to leave at 3.30 p.m.

to tell someone that you are sorry for something that has caused inconvenience or unhappiness:

She apologized for her husband’s rudeness.

If I offended you, I apologize.

He said he had nothing to apologize for.