English / word
excuse
noun A1MEANING IN ENGLISH
a reason given for a mistake or absence; also to forgive or allow someone to leave
a reason or explanation put forward to defend or justify a fault or offense
to forgive someone for doing something wrong or to justify an action
In context
01
Do not make an excuse for being late again.
02
The teacher did not excuse the missing assignment.
Synonyms
reason,explanation,forgive
Antonyms
accountability,responsibility,admission
Collocations
excuse me,make an excuse,valid excuse