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defensive Definition and Meaning in English (defensive definition)

adjective
Synonyms:protectiveguardingshielding
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Defensive definition: Acting or intended to protect someone or something from attack, or relating to the act of defending.

Definitions of Defensive

  1. 1adjective

    Acting or intended to protect someone or something from attack, or relating to the act of defending.

  2. 2adjective

    Very anxious to challenge or avoid criticism, often by being overly sensitive or quick to respond.

Example Sentences

sports

“The team played a very defensive game to protect their lead.”

casual

“He became defensive when asked about his mistakes.”

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infinitivedefend
noundefense
agent noundefender
adverbdefensively

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Defensive definition: Acting or intended to protect someone or something from attack, or relating to the act of defending.
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'Defensive' translates to 'defensive' in English. Defensive definition: Acting or intended to protect someone or something from attack, or relating to the act of defending.
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