Synonyms of the word

defensive

• adj. Intended for defence; protective.
• adj. Intended to deter attack.
• adj. Performed so as to minimise risk.
• adj. Displaying an inordinate sensitivity to criticism.
• adj. (cricket) Of a bowling or fielding tactic designed to prevent the other side from scoring runs; of a batting…
• adj. (sports) Pertaining to defense, as opposed to attack.
• adj. In a state or posture of defense.
• n. A means, attitude or position of defense.

antiaircraft

• adj. Alternative spelling of anti-aircraft.
• n. Alternative spelling of anti-aircraft.

antisubmarine

• adj. (military) Intended for use against submarines.

antitank

• adj. (military) Of weapons or tactics, designed for attacking tanks or other armored vehicles.

apologetic

• adj. Having the character of apology; regretfully excusing.
• adj. (dated) Defending by words or arguments; said or written in defense.

attitude

• n. The position of the body or way of carrying oneself; posture.
• n. Disposition or state of mind.
• n. (uncountable, countable) A negative, irritating, or irritated attitude; posturing.
• n. (aeronautics, nautical, engineering) The orientation of a vehicle or other object relative to the horizon,…
• n. (ballet) A position similar to arabesque, but with the raised leg bent at the knee.
• v. To assume or to place in a particular position or orientation; to pose.
• v. To express an attitude through one's posture, bearing, tone of voice, etc.

defending

• v. present participle of defend.

excusatory

• adj. serving to make an excuse.

justificative

• adj. justificatory.

justificatory

• adj. providing justification.

protective

• adj. Serving, intended or wishing to protect.
• n. (Britain) Something that protects.
• n. A condom.