apologetics
Translation
reasoned defense of a belief, vindication
Examples
He is a professor of Christian apologetics.
He is a professor of Christian apologetics.
Her book is a work of feminist apologetics.
Her book is a work of feminist apologetics.
Grammar Patterns
((of sth.)) apologetics of (a belief) He is a professor of Christian apologetics.
Similar Words
Synonyms: defense, justification, vindication
Etymology
From Greek 'apologia' (a speech in one's own defense). It's about defending a belief, not saying sorry like in 'apologize'.
Memory Tips
Don't confuse it with 'apologize'. Apologetics is the opposite: it's a strong, reasoned argument IN FAVOR of a position.