defensive in Dutch
defensive in Dutch is defensief, beschermend — defensive means intended to protect against attack or criticism.
defensive in Dutch
defensief
Intended for defence; protective.
beschermend
Intended for defence; protective.
What does "defensive" mean?
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adjective Intended to protect against attack or criticism.
"a defensive missile system"
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adjective Reacting to criticism with unusual sensitivity or resistance.
"He got defensive the moment I mentioned the missed deadline."
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defensive in a sentence
- a defensive missile system
- The company took a defensive stance after the media reports.
- He got defensive the moment I mentioned the missed deadline.
- Why are you being so defensive? I only asked a simple question.
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What is "defensive" in Dutch?
"defensive" in Dutch is defensief, beschermend. defensive means: Intended to protect against attack or criticism.
How do you use "defensive" in a sentence?
Example: "The company took a defensive stance after the media reports." In Dutch, "defensive" is defensief, beschermend.
Are there other ways to say "defensive" in Dutch?
Yes — Dutch has 2 translations listed for "defensive": defensief, beschermend.
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