defensive — used or intended to defend or protect
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: used or intended to defend or protect
Pronunciation (IPA): /dɪˈfensɪv/
Korean meaning: 방어적인, 수비적인
Korean pronunciation: 디-펜-시브 (강세: 펜)
Example Sentences
- Mom got defensive when I suggested her cooking needed more salt.
- The castle had defensive walls that were 10 feet thick.
- Why are you being so defensive? I just asked if you did your homework!
defensive
ADJECTIVE//dɪˈfensɪv//
used or intended to defend or protect
He became defensive the moment anyone questioned his decision.
The country strengthened defensive systems along the border after rising tensions. (DEFEND + SAFE = DEFENSIVE → acting to guard against threats)
The defensive manager became overly sensitive and emotionally reactive during the criticism.
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
14세기 프랑스어 defensif에서 유래되어, 라틴어 defensus(방어하다)에서 발전했습니다. 성벽을 지키는 병사들이 'defense'하며 '-ive'한 자세를 취한다는 의미에서 나왔습니다.
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📝Examples
“Mom got defensive when I suggested her cooking needed more salt.”
“The castle had defensive walls that were 10 feet thick.”
“Why are you being so defensive? I just asked if you did your homework!”
“The goalkeeper made several defensive saves during the match.”
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