adj.
Tending or serving to excuse.
Dictionary:
ex·cus·a·to·ry (ĭk-skyū'zə-tôr'ē, -tōr'ē) ![]() |
| WordNet: excusatory |
The adjective has one meaning:
Meaning #1:
attempting to justify or defend in speech or writing
Synonyms: defensive, justificative, justificatory
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