defensive in German
defensive in German is Abwehr-, Verteidigungs-, defensiv — defensive means intended to protect against attack or criticism.
defensive in German
Abwehr-
Intended for defence; protective.
Verteidigungs-
Intended for defence; protective.
Abwehr-
defensiv
Performed so as to minimise risk.
zurückhaltend
Performed so as to minimise risk.
abwehrend
Displaying an inordinate sensitivity to criticism or intrusion; oversensitive; thin-skinned.
verletzlich
Displaying an inordinate sensitivity to criticism or intrusion; oversensitive; thin-skinned.
Abwehr
A means, attitude or position of defense.
Verteidigung
A means, attitude or position of defense.
What does "defensive" mean?
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adjective Intended to protect against attack or criticism.
"The company took a defensive stance after the media reports."
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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
- The company took a defensive stance after the media reports.
- He got defensive the moment I mentioned the missed deadline.
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What is "defensive" in German?
"defensive" in German is Abwehr-, Verteidigungs-, defensiv. 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 German, "defensive" is Abwehr-, Verteidigungs-, defensiv.
Are there other ways to say "defensive" in German?
Yes — German has 8 translations listed for "defensive": Abwehr-, Verteidigungs-, defensiv, zurückhaltend, abwehrend, verletzlich.
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