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

noun

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

synonym:
• defensive
,
• defensive attitude

1. Una actitud de defensa ( especialmente en la frase `en la defensa ')

sinónimo:
• defensivo
,
• actitud defensiva

adjective

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

• "Defensive weapons"

• "A defensive stance"

synonym:
• defensive

1. Destinado o apropiado para defender o disuadir agresiones o ataques

• "Armas defensivas"

• "Una postura defensiva"

sinónimo:
• defensivo

2. Attempting to justify or defend in speech or writing

synonym:
• defensive
,
• justificative
,
• justificatory

2. Intentando justificar o defender en el habla o la escritura

sinónimo:
• defensivo
,
• justificativo