apologist
Translation
apologist
Examples
He is a well-known apologist for the policy.
He is a well-known apologist for the policy.
Grammar Patterns
an apologist ((for sth.)) a person who defends (sth.) He is a well-known apologist for the policy.
Similar Words
Synonyms: defender, supporter, advocate
Etymology
From Greek *apologia* 'a speech in defence' + the suffix '-ist' denoting a person.
Memory Tips
An apologist doesn't apologize; they offer a defense or justification for something.