apology speech
Public remorse statement
An apology speech is a formal public statement acknowledging wrongdoing and expressing regret.
Politicians, executives, and celebrities deliver apology speeches after scandals or failures: The CEO's apology speech addressed the data breach.
The term often carries skepticism about sincerity—such speeches are carefully crafted to manage reputation rather than express genuine remorse.
- sorryExpressing regret or apology
- I'm sorryExpression of regret
- forgivenessReleasing resentment toward offenders
- asking forgivenessRequesting absolution for wrongdoing
- regretSorrow over past actions
remorse · confession · excuse · amends · atonement · mea culpa · contrite · heartfelt · sincerity · crocodile tears · reconciliation · podium · microphone · press conference · tearful · mistake · wrongdoing · take responsibility
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Argument for the accused
justification · self-defense · denial · doubling down · excuse-making
apology speechaccusation
Claim someone did wrong
denunciation · indictment · rebuke · prosecution · call-out
apology speechvictory speech
Winner's public remarks
boast · acceptance speech · self-congratulation · bragging · crowing
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