Defensively
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /dɪˈfɛnsɪvli/ · Part of speech adverb
Quick meaning: Defensively is an adverb meaning In a defensive manner.
Meaning
In a defensive manner.
Example Sentences
It's fine. I think I could be ... semitarian, maybe? Half vegetarian? It's a thing,' he adds, a little defensively
England, defensively, were not good enough - nowhere near the standard that would be acceptable at the highest international level.
This is a particularly disruptive tactic if the opponent also prefers an offensive style and has difficulty fighting defensively or counteroffensively.
Word Forms
- defencively
Antonyms for defensively
Common opposites include offensively.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include defensibly, undefensively, defencively, indefensively, counteroffensively, protensively.
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