Zouma, 20, made the remarks after Chelsea's win over Arsenal on Saturday when striker Costa clashed with Gunners centre-back Gabriel, who was sent off.
"Sorry for any confusion. English is not my first language. I did not mean to accuse anyone of cheating," he said.
The Frenchman added Costa was "a player who puts pressure on his opponents and who I have huge respect for".
Chelsea have spoken to Zouma about his remarks, which were made in a television interview immediately after the 2-0 win over Arsenal, in which Zouma scored the opener.
"It's harsh to take literally the words of a young player spoken in his second language immediately after a game," said a Chelsea spokesperson.
"He is deeply upset his words have been used to attack a team-mate and friend."
BBC
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