The Meaning of apology

• (n.) Something said or written in defense or justification of what appears to others wrong, or of what may be liable to disapprobation; justification; as, Tertullian's Apology for Christianity.
• (n.) An acknowledgment intended as an atonement for some improper or injurious remark or act; an admission to another of a wrong or discourtesy done him, accompanied by an expression of regret.
• (n.) Anything provided as a substitute; a makeshift.
• (v. i.) To offer an apology.

Synonyms

Defense , justification , plea , exculpation , excuse , vindication , acknowledgment , confession.

Antonyms

Charge , imputation , impeachment , offense , incrimination , injury , accusation , wrong , insult.

Rhymes

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