To apologize
Example: She apologizes for the delay in response
Definition
"To apologize" means to express regret or say sorry for an action, mistake, or offense, usually to acknowledge fault or show remorse. For example, she apologizes for the delay in response, indicating she feels regret for the lateness.
Etymology
The word "to apologize" comes from the Greek 'apologia,' meaning a speech in defense. It entered English in the early 17th century, originally implying a formal defense or explanation, but over time it evolved to mean expressing regret or saying sorry.
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"To apologize" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (B1) - set 5", containing 113 commonly used words.
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