defensive

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(de-fen-sive) 3 syllables

Definition

adjective. serving to defend; protective

Example Sentence

Please do not get defensive.

Synonyms

protective; watchful; resistive; safeguarding

Antonyms

undefensive; unprotective; unwary; unwatchful

Rhymes

  • pensive

  • defensive
  • expensive
  • extensive
  • offensive

  • apprehensive
  • comprehensive
  • hypertensive
  • inexpensive
  • inoffensive

  • counteroffensive