Difference between Defensive and Apologetic

Defensive

Part of speech: adjective

Definition: Intended for defence; protective Intended to deter attack Performed so as to minimise risk Displaying an inordinate sensitivity to criticism; compare paranoid Of a bowling or fielding tactic designed to prevent the other side from scoring runs.; of a batting tactic designed to prevent being out.

Part of speech: noun

Definition: A means, attitude or position of defense.

Example sentence: I think Von Miller's got great style. For a defensive end, I think he has receiver-type style, swag.

Apologetic

Part of speech: adjective

Definition: Having the character of apology; regretfully excusingDefending by words or arguments; said or written in defense.