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APOLOGISE

(verb)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Apologise.

Apologise - as a verb

Defend, explain, clear away, or make excuses for by reasoning

Example: "Rationalize the child's seemingly crazy behavior"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
apologize21excuse15rationalise11rationalize20
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
defend11fend forsupport11
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Acknowledge faults or shortcomings or failing

Example: "I apologized for being late"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
apologize21

Example Sentences

"I would like to apologise for my behavior yesterday."
"She apologised for arriving late to the meeting."
"He apologised for forgetting to call his mother."
"Please apologise to your sister on my behalf."
"They should apologise for their rude comments."
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Word Game Points

Is APOLOGISE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, apologise is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

APOLOGISE has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.

Is APOLOGISE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, apologise is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
APOLOGISE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.

Is APOLOGISE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, apologise is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
APOLOGISE has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.

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