APOLOGETICALLY
apologetically
(adverb) in an apologetic manner; “he spoke apologetically about his past”
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Adverb
apologetically (comparative more apologetically, superlative most apologetically)
In an apologetic manner; by way of defense, apology or excuse.
Synonyms
• apologizingly
Source: Wiktionary
A*pol`o*get"ic*al*ly, adv.
Definition: By way of apology.
APOLOGETIC
A*pol`o*get"ic, A*pol`o*get"ic*al, a. Etym: [Gr. Logic.]
Definition: Defending by words or arguments; said or written in defense, or
by way of apology; regretfully excusing; as, an apologetic essay. "To
speak in a subdued and apologetic tone." Macaulay.
APOLOGETICAL
A*pol`o*get"ic, A*pol`o*get"ic*al, a. Etym: [Gr. Logic.]
Definition: Defending by words or arguments; said or written in defense, or
by way of apology; regretfully excusing; as, an apologetic essay. "To
speak in a subdued and apologetic tone." Macaulay.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition