EXCUSE Synonyms
There are 17 synonyms of the word
excuse.
(exact relations)
There are 28 hypernyms of the word excuse. (close relations)
There are 28 hypernyms of the word excuse. (close relations)
Best Alternative Words for EXCUSE
| Rank | Word | Save? | More Syns.. | Usage | Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | pardon | verb, nounv, n | ||||
| 2 | alibi | nounn | ||||
| 3 | apologise | verbv | ||||
| 4 | apologize | verbv | ||||
| 5 | apology | nounn | ||||
| 6 | condone | verbv | ||||
| 7 | exculpation | nounn | ||||
| 8 | exempt | verb, adjectivev, adj | ||||
| 9 | explain | verbv | ||||
| 10 | forgive | verbv | ||||
| 11 | pretext | nounn | ||||
| 12 | rationalise | verbv | ||||
| 13 | rationalize | verbv | ||||
| 14 | relieve | verbv | ||||
| 15 | self-justification | nounn | ||||
| 16 | beg off | verbv | ||||
| 17 | let off | verbv |
Best Hypernyms For EXCUSE
Here is a list of related hypernyms for
excuse, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (24)
defense
forgive
absolve
alibi
bespeak
billet
defence
defend
example
explanation
free
illustration
instance
justification
justify
line
note
quest
reason
representative
request
support
vindicate
vindication
Phrases (4)
ask forcall forfend forshort letter
