C2 noun ニュートラル

apology

/əˈpɒl.ə.dʒi/

An expression of regret for a fault or offense, or a formal justification of a position or belief. At an advanced level, it encompasses both the act of seeking forgiveness and a structured defense of a doctrine or action.

例文

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1

I owe you a sincere apology for missing our meeting yesterday.

I owe you a sincere apology for missing our meeting yesterday.

2

The corporation was compelled to issue a public apology following the environmental disaster.

The corporation was compelled to issue a public apology following the environmental disaster.

3

Sorry about that; please accept this quick apology for the delay.

Sorry about that; please accept this quick apology for the delay.

語族

名詞
apology
Verb
apologize
副詞
apologetically
形容詞
apologetic
関連
apologist
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覚え方のコツ

Think of the Greek 'apologia' (a speech in defense). If you are 'apologizing', you are giving your side of the story while acknowledging the fault.

クイックテスト

The diplomat was forced to ______ a formal apology after his remarks caused an international outcry.

正解!

正解は: issue

例文

1

I owe you a sincere apology for missing our meeting yesterday.

everyday

I owe you a sincere apology for missing our meeting yesterday.

2

The corporation was compelled to issue a public apology following the environmental disaster.

formal

The corporation was compelled to issue a public apology following the environmental disaster.

3

Sorry about that; please accept this quick apology for the delay.

informal

Sorry about that; please accept this quick apology for the delay.

4

Plato's 'Apology' serves as a rhetorical defense of Socrates' philosophical life rather than a plea for forgiveness.

academic

Plato's 'Apology' serves as a rhetorical defense of Socrates' philosophical life rather than a plea for forgiveness.

5

We received a formal apology from the vendor regarding the breach of the service-level agreement.

business

We received a formal apology from the vendor regarding the breach of the service-level agreement.

語族

名詞
apology
Verb
apologize
副詞
apologetically
形容詞
apologetic
関連
apologist

よく使う組み合わせ

profuse apology profuse apology
tender an apology tender an apology
heartfelt apology heartfelt apology
demand an apology demand an apology
abject apology abject apology

よく使うフレーズ

accepted with no apology

accepted with no apology

a poor apology for

a poor apology for (meaning a poor substitute for)

my sincerest apologies

my sincerest apologies

よく混同される語

apology vs excuse

An apology accepts responsibility for a mistake, whereas an excuse often attempts to shift or mitigate that responsibility.

apology vs apologist

An apology is the statement itself; an apologist is a person who argues in defense of something, often a controversial belief.

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使い方のコツ

In C2 contexts, 'apology' can mean a formal defense (apologia). When used for regret, it is often paired with the verb 'offer', 'tender', or 'issue'.

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よくある間違い

Learners often use 'make an apology' in formal writing; while correct, 'offer' or 'tender' an apology is more sophisticated for professional or academic registers.

💡

覚え方のコツ

Think of the Greek 'apologia' (a speech in defense). If you are 'apologizing', you are giving your side of the story while acknowledging the fault.

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語源

Derived from the Greek 'apologia', a speech made in defense.

文法パターン

Countable noun: apologies (plural) Often followed by the preposition 'for' (an apology for the delay) Often followed by the preposition 'to' (an apology to the staff)
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文化的な背景

In many diplomatic contexts, an official apology is a highly symbolic act that can influence international relations or legal settlements.

クイックテスト

The diplomat was forced to ______ a formal apology after his remarks caused an international outcry.

正解!

正解は: issue

関連単語

intrabrevsion

C1

A technical or linguistic term referring to the internal abbreviation or condensation of information within a specific system or document. It describes the act of shortening components for internal efficiency while maintaining the integrity of the overall structure.

prevalor

C1

To prove superior in power, influence, or frequency within a specific context. It describes a situation where one principle, opinion, or force becomes dominant over others.

ultrajuncter

C1

Describing something that exists beyond a standard point of connection or is characterized by an extreme degree of integration between disparate parts. It is typically used in specialized contexts to denote systems, theories, or structures that bridge multiple complex networks simultaneously.

macrosanctible

C1

A large-scale system, institution, or conceptual framework that is regarded as inviolable and beyond criticism due to its perceived sacredness or fundamental importance. It typically refers to entities that are protected from alteration or scrutiny because of their massive cultural or structural status.

uncedate

C1

A formal and technical noun referring to a state or instance where a claim, territory, or right has not been yielded or surrendered. It describes the preservation of original status or possession despite pressure to concede or transfer control.

anvention

C1

To systematically modify or adapt an existing concept or object into a new form, particularly within a controlled environment or set of parameters. This verb describes the process of innovating by bridging the gap between rigorous analysis and creative invention.

semiliberness

C1

To exist in or grant a state of partial liberty or restricted autonomy. It describes the act of functioning within a framework that provides some freedom while maintaining significant oversight or control.

cosolvment

C1

Describing a substance or factor that acts in conjunction with another to facilitate the process of dissolving a solute or resolving a complex situation. In technical contexts, it refers to an auxiliary agent that enhances the solubility of a primary solvent system.

unaudless

C1

Describing something that is completely devoid of sound or impossible to hear. It is often used in literary or technical contexts to emphasize a profound state of silence or a lack of auditory signature.

monosomnful

C1

A noun referring to the physiological or habitual state of experiencing only one continuous, uninterrupted period of sleep within a twenty-four-hour cycle. It describes the quality of a monophasic sleep pattern where rest is concentrated into a single block without supplemental naps.

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