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What is another word for apologising?

Pronunciation: [ɐpˈɒləd͡ʒˌa͡ɪzɪŋ] (IPA)

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What are the hypernyms for Apologising?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

  • Other hypernyms:

    expressing regret, expressing sympathy, expressing gratitude, expressing remorse, Expressing Contrition, Expressing Forgiveness, Expressing Guilt, Expressing Satisfaction, Expressing compassion, expressing displeasure, expressing resentment.

Usage examples for Apologising

She was apologising for some unexpected additions to the number of their guests.
"A People's Man"
E. Phillips Oppenheim
If the basket has no ropes attached to it, odds are on the performance ending by the magician apologising profusely to his Gods who restore the boy from the depths of the basket again.
"Indian Conjuring"
L. H. Branson
He was there, however, before her thoughts were of much service to her, and she began by apologising for the breakfast things.
"Miss Mackenzie"
Anthony Trollope

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