apologetics

[ uh-pol-uh-jet-iks ]
/ əˌpɒl əˈdʒɛt ɪks /
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noun (used with a singular verb)

the branch of theology concerned with the defense or proof of Christianity.

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Origin of apologetics

First recorded in 1725–35; see origin at apologetic, -ics

Words nearby apologetics

Apollonius of Perga, Apollonius of Rhodes, Apollo program, Apollyon, apologetic, apologetics, apologia, Apologia pro Vita Sua, apologist, apologize, apologue
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Words related to apologetics

apology, explanation, excuse, defense, pretext, rejoinder, whitewash, argument, story, answer, reply, extenuation, return, exculpation, plea, vindication, response, exoneration, retort, rationalization

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British Dictionary definitions for apologetics

apologetics
/ (əˌpɒləˈdʒɛtɪks) /

noun (functioning as singular)

the branch of theology concerned with the defence and rational justification of Christianity
a defensive method of argument
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