Defensive
noundɪ'fɛnsɪv
Adjective
intended or appropriate for defending against or deterring aggression or attack
“defensive weapons”
“a defensive stance”
See also:Protectiveattempting to justify or defend in speech or writing
Similar:JustificativeJustificatory
Noun
an attitude of defensiveness (especially in the phrase `on the defensive')
Type of:Attitude
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Similar Words
- Justificative
- Justificatory
- Apologetic
- Excusatory
- Antitank
- Antiaircraft
- Defending
- Antisubmarine
- Defend