Translation meaning & definition of the word "defensive" into Portuguese language

noun

1. An attitude of defensiveness (especially in the phrase `on the defensive')

synonym:
• defensive
,
• defensive attitude

1. Uma atitude de defensividade ( especialmente na frase "na defensiva" )

sinônimo:
• defensivo
,
• atitude defensiva

adjective

1. Intended or appropriate for defending against or deterring aggression or attack

• "Defensive weapons"

• "A defensive stance"

synonym:
• defensive

1. Destinado ou apropriado para defender ou impedir agressões ou ataques

• "Armas defensivas"

• "Uma postura defensiva"

sinônimo:
• defensivo

2. Attempting to justify or defend in speech or writing

synonym:
• defensive
,
• justificative
,
• justificatory

2. Tentando justificar ou defender por discurso ou por escrito

sinônimo:
• defensivo
,
• justificativo