Defensive Definition & Meaning
defensive
- adjective
- intended or appropriate for defending against or deterring aggression or attack; "defensive weapons"; "a defensive stance"
- attempting to justify or defend in speech or writing
- noun
- an attitude of defensiveness (especially in the phrase `on the defensive')
"Defensive" in song lyrics
See how defensive is used in real songs:
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"They, losin they senses, mood is defensive"
Akir f/ Abiodun, Amin Joseph — This is Your Life (Pt. 2) -
"Cause I'm always gettin defensive"
King Gordy — No Lights -
"That's his baby momma and he's so defensive"
Rhymefest f/ Mario — All Girls Cheat
Words that rhyme with defensive
Usage tips for "defensive"
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does defensive mean?
- intended or appropriate for defending against or deterring aggression or attack; "defensive weapons"; "a defensive stance" attempting to justify or defend in speech or writing an attitude of defensiveness (especially in the phrase `on the defensive')
- What part of speech is defensive?
- Defensive is an adjective and a noun.
- How many definitions does defensive have?
- Defensive has 3 definitions across 2 parts of speech (adjective, noun).