apologetic

/əˌpɒləˈdʒɛtɪk/ · adjective

Meaning

Having the character of apology; regretfully excusing
Defending by words or arguments; said or written in defense.

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Related words

excusatory(English)contrite(English)justificative(English)justificatory(English)self-deprecating(English)defensive(English)repentant(English)regretful(English)apologetics(English)apostrophe(English)polemical(English)refute(English)

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Sources

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