What does defensive mean in English? Meaning of defensive definition and abbreviation with examples.
Meaning of "defensive": an attitude of defensiveness (especially in the phrase `on the defensive')
Noun
Meaning: an attitude of defensiveness (especially in the phrase `on the defensive')Synonyms: defensive
defensive attitudeHypernyms: attitude
mental attitudeMeaning of "defensive": intended or appropriate for defending against or deterring aggression or attack
Adjective
Meaning: intended or appropriate for defending against or deterring aggression or attackExample: defensive weapons
a defensive stanceSynonyms: defensiveAntonyms: offensiveSimilar: antiaircraft
antisubmarine
antitank
defending
en gardeAlso see: protectiveMeaning of "defensive": attempting to justify or defend in speech or writing
Adjective
Meaning: attempting to justify or defend in speech or writingSynonyms: defensive
justificative
justificatorySimilar: apologetic
excusatoryAdjective: Intended for defence; protective. a defensive perimeterIntended to deter attack. a defensive missile systemPerformed so as to minimise risk. defensive drivingDisplaying an inordinate sensitivity to criticism.(cricket) Of a bowling or fielding tactic designed to prevent the other side from scoring runs; of a batting tactic designed to prevent being out.(sports) Pertaining to defense, as opposed to attack. 2011 September 2, Phil McNulty, “Bulgaria 0-3 England”, BBC: The Italian opted for Bolton's Cahill alongside captain John Terry - and his decision was rewarded with a goal after only 13 minutes. Bulgaria gave a hint of defensive frailties to come when they failed to clear Young's corner, and when Gareth Barry found Cahill in the box he applied the finish past Nikolay Mihaylov.2011 September 2, Phil McNulty, “Bulgaria 0-3 England”, BBC: The Italian opted for Bolton's Cahill alongside captain John Terry - and his decision was rewarded with a goal after only 13 minutes. Bulgaria gave a hint of defensive frailties to come when they failed to clear Young's corner, and when Gareth Barry found Cahill in the box he applied the finish past Nikolay Mihaylov.In a state or posture of defense. (Can we find and add a quotation of Milton to this entry?)Synonyms:
opposing, conservative, preservative, uptight, arresting, resistive, thwarting, foiling, averting, forestalling, preventive, balking, checking, coping with, defending, frustrating, guarding, in opposition, interrupting, protecting, safeguarding, warding off, withstanding,
Antonyms:
unwary, unwatchful, undefensive, unprotective,
