English dictionary

apologetic

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Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

adjective

offering or expressing apology

adj.all

Examples
An apologetic note.

An apologetic manner.

Synonyms excusatory

Antonyms unapologetic

Source: WordNet 3.0
Defending by words or arguments; said or written in defense, or by way of apology; regretfully excusing; as, an <i>apologetic</i> essay.

adjective

Source: webster1913