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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

apologists

/əˈpɒlədʒɪstz/ noun · British & US
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What does apologists mean?

noun

People who defend or make excuses for someone or something, often in a way that is considered inadequate or insincere. A person who defends or justifies a particular action or opinion.

Example

"The politician's apologists tried to downplay the scandal, but it only seemed to make things worse."

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