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Defending by words or arguments; said or written in defense, or by way of apology; regretfully excusing; as, an apologetic essay.

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  1. a. Defending by words or arguments; said or written in defense, or by way of apology; regretfully excusing; as, an apologetic essay.
  2. Defending by words or arguments; said or written in defense, or by way of apology; regretfully excusing; as, an apologetic essay. "To speak in a subdued and apologetic tone." Macaulay.
  3. a. Defending by words or arguments; said or written in defense, or by way of apology; regretfully excusing; as, an apologetic essay.