| defensive | an attitude of defense |
|---|---|
| defensive | intended or appropriate for defending against or deterring aggression or attack |
| defensive | attempting to justify or defend in speech or writing |
| defensive | serving as or appropriate for defending or protecting |
| defensive | an attitude of defense |
| defensive | military action or resources protecting a country against potential enemies |
| defensive | a structure used for defense |
| defensive | in a defensive manner |
| defensive | in an apologetic and self-defensive manner |