apologist

Intermediate 📱 Gen-Z / Internet Slang

Definition

Someone who softens offensive comments with 'I'm sorry, but...' as if a preamble makes prejudice more palatable.

Example Usage

He's the worst apologist—he'll insult you and then wonder why you're upset when he started with 'no offense.'

Source: Urban Dictionary (https://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=apologist&defid=2436359)

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