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APOLOGIZE

(verb)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Apologize.

How to pronounce apologize:

US

Apologize - as a verb

Acknowledge faults or shortcomings or failing

Example: "I apologized for being late"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
apologise12

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

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

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
apologise12excuse15rationalise11rationalize20
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
defend11fend forsupport11
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"I apologize for my behavior last night."
"Please apologize to your sister for me."
"He didn't even bother to apologize."
"She reluctantly apologized for her mistake."
"We apologize for any inconvenience caused."
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Word Game Points

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

APOLOGIZE has a SCRABBLE points total of 21.

Is APOLOGIZE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, apologize is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
APOLOGIZE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 24.

Is APOLOGIZE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, apologize is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
APOLOGIZE has a WORDFEUD points total of 23.

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