Apologia

Pronunciation: /ˈˌeɪˌpioʊˈɫɔɡˈiə/

Apologia (noun)

  1. A formal statement made to explain and defend your actions or beliefs against criticism.
  2. A written argument that tries to justify a position, often in response to objections.
  3. A religious or philosophical defence of a faith or doctrine, given to answer doubts.

Examples

  • The lawyer prepared a formal defence for the accused.
  • She presented a formal defence to answer the accusations.