25 synonyms in 9 meanings · 22 playable in Scrabble US
Synonyms of EXCUSES by meaning
noun
a defense of some offensive behavior or some failure to keep a promise etc.
Also: self-justification.
a note explaining an absence
a poor example
verb
accept an excuse for
grant exemption or release to
Also: let off.
serve as a reason or cause or justification of
defend, explain, clear away, or make excuses for by reasoning
ask for permission to be released from an engagement
Also: beg off.
excuse, overlook, or make allowances for; be lenient with
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