Definition of apologetic
(Entry 1 of 2)
1
: feeling or showing regret : regretfully acknowledging fault or failure : expressing an apology
They were apologetic about the error. We received an apologetic letter. an apologetic smile/tone
2
: offered in defense or vindication
the apologetic writings of the early Christians
apologetic
nounDefinition of apologetic (Entry 2 of 2)
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The first known use of apologetic was in the 15th century
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