apologetics
noun
Pronunciation: əˌpɒləˈdʒɛtɪks
Definition
Systematic argumentative discourse used to defend a particular doctrine, belief, or philosophy.
Examples
The professor’s course on Christian apologetics explores how theologians address challenges to the existence of God.
His approach to political apologetics relies on historical precedent to justify current government policies.
She wrote a brilliant piece of secular apologetics defending the necessity of public education.
How to Use apologetics
- christian apologetics (collocation)
- the specific field of defending Christian doctrine — "Many universities offer specialized programs in Christian apologetics."
- engage in apologetics (collocation)
- to practice the act of defending a belief system — "He prefers to engage in apologetics rather than simple debate."
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