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Defensive
see definition of defensiveSynonyms of defensive
1. (noun) an attitude of defensiveness (especially in the phrase on the defensive')
2. (adjective) attempting to justify or defend in speech or writing
Words Similar to defensive
1. (adjective) intended or appropriate for defending against or deterring aggression or attack
2. (adjective) attempting to justify or defend in speech or writing
Hypernyms of defensive
1. (noun) an attitude of defensiveness (especially in the phrase on the defensive')
Also see for defensive
1. (adjective) intended or appropriate for defending against or deterring aggression or attack
Words Derivationally Related to defensive
1. (noun) an attitude of defensiveness (especially in the phrase on the defensive')
2. (adjective) intended or appropriate for defending against or deterring aggression or attack
3. (adjective) attempting to justify or defend in speech or writing
Antonyms of defensive
1. (adjective) intended or appropriate for defending against or deterring aggression or attack