Crossword Solver / Answers / DEFENSIVE

Word "DEFENSIVE" Definitions:


Part of Speech:
Noun
Definition:
an attitude of defensiveness (especially in the phrase `on the defensive')
Synonyms:
defensive attitude

Part of Speech:
Adjective
Definition:
attempting to justify or defend in speech or writing
Synonyms:
justificative, justificatory

Part of Speech:
Adjective
Definition:
intended or appropriate for defending against or deterring aggression or attack
Examples:
defensive weapons
a defensive stance

Crossword Clues for DEFENSIVE

Refine the search results by specifying the filter for clues.
Clue Source Date
Safeguarding needs five to work (9)
Like watchful driving Eugene Sheffer 31 Mar 2025
Eve's friend abused right away is prickly (9)
Needs five wiggling on the back foot (9)
Like a watchful driver New York Times 23 Dec 2016
For protection, as a weapon Newsday 08 Aug 2016
Like a watchful driver
Like some football teams
Shielding
Refine the search results by specifying the filter for clues.

Trending Clues