defensive
01
defensiv, försvars-
designed or used in a way that provides a person or thing with protection against attack
Exempel
The soldiers erected defensive barriers to fortify their position against enemy advances.
Soldaterna uppförde försvarsbarriärer för att befästa sin position mot fiendens framryckningar.
She took a defensive stance, ready to protect herself if the situation escalated.
Hon intog en defensiv hållning, redo att skydda sig själv om situationen eskalerade.
02
showing or expressing the need to justify or protect oneself, especially in response to criticism
Exempel
She became defensive when asked about her performance.
His defensive tone suggested guilt more than confidence.
Defensive
01
a state of mind or attitude marked by self-protection or sensitivity to criticism
Exempel
His constant defensive made open discussion difficult.
She dropped her defensive once she realized no one was attacking her.
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