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apologies

NOUN
regret
Synonyms
STRONGEST
anguish annoyance apology bitterness concern contrition disappointment discomfort dissatisfaction grief heartache heartbreak misgiving nostalgia qualm remorse repentance sorrow uneasiness worry
STRONG
affliction care compunction conscience demur dole lamentation pang penitence ruefulness scruple self-accusation self-condemnation self-disgust self-reproach woe
WEAK
regretfulness
Antonyms
STRONGEST
calmness comfort contentment delight happiness joy pleasure relief satisfaction
STRONG
ignorance negligence
WEAK
contentedness

Example Sentences

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Not a bad batting average, but with apologies to Mickey, no exceptions are allowed when it comes to rodent infestation and food.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 28, 2026

Only when these apologies come do the ghosts finish making their rounds.

From Salon • Apr. 24, 2026

An artist wears out his welcome when apologies begin to feel performative rather than meaningful, and when harmful behavior continues to overshadow his work.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 21, 2026

“We have removed it from our platforms and send our apologies to Michael J. Fox and his family,” the network said in a statement.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

Pa said, “No need for no apologies, Leroy. These is trying times for you.”

From "Elijah of Buxton" by Christopher Paul Curtis