defensive

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/dɪˈfɛnsɪv/ English

Definitions

noun

A means, attitude or position of defense.

adjective

Intended for defence; protective.“a defensive perimeter”
Intended to deter attack.“a defensive missile system”
Performed so as to minimise risk.“defensive driving”
Displaying an inordinate sensitivity to criticism or intrusion.

Related words

Synonyms

protective excusatory apologetic justificatory justificative antitank antiaircraft en garde antisubmarine defending defensive attitude defend protection defence defender defense

Antonyms

Associated

lineman linemen coordinator tackle backs linebacker fumble posture interception sack offensive mvp

Rhymes

apprehensive pensive comprehensive extensive offensive intensive inoffensive expensive inexpensive tensive

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