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
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