noun
apologist
Apologist (noun) means someone who says sorry for something.
noun
1
Someone who says sorry for something.
2
A person who speaks or writes to defend a religion, cause or organisation.
3
Another word for someone who apologises.
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Etymology
Formed from apology and -ist, from French apologiste.
Synonyms
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justifier
vindicator
Related words
Rhymes for apologist
geologist
zoologist
biologist
urologist
oncologist
genealogist
radiologist
neurologist
pathologist
seismologist
psychologist
cardiologist
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Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of apologist?
"apologist" (noun) means someone who says sorry for something.
What is another word for apologist?
Other words for "apologist" include justifier, vindicator.
What are the different meanings of apologist?
"apologist" has 3 main meanings: 1. Someone who says sorry for something; 2. A person who speaks or writes to defend a religion, cause or organisation; 3. Another word for someone who apologises.