noun
- a statement expressing regret for something one has done wrong
- a formal written defense of one’s opinions or conduct
Usage: formal; literary
Examples
- She offered a sincere apology for being late to the meeting.
- His apology seemed genuine and heartfelt.
- The company issued a public apology for the data breach.
- I owe you an apology for my rude behavior yesterday.
- The politician’s apology failed to satisfy his critics.
- The book serves as an apology for the author’s controversial views.
- No apology can undo the damage that was done.