defensive in German

defensive in German is Abwehr-, Verteidigungs-, defensiv — defensive means intended to protect against attack or criticism.

defensive in German

Abwehr-

adj

Intended for defence; protective.

Verteidigungs-

adj

Intended for defence; protective.

Abwehr-

adj

defensiv

adj

Performed so as to minimise risk.

zurückhaltend

adj

Performed so as to minimise risk.

abwehrend

adj

Displaying an inordinate sensitivity to criticism or intrusion; oversensitive; thin-skinned.

verletzlich

adj

Displaying an inordinate sensitivity to criticism or intrusion; oversensitive; thin-skinned.

Abwehr

noun

A means, attitude or position of defense.

Verteidigung

noun

A means, attitude or position of defense.

What does "defensive" mean?

adjective Intended to protect against attack or criticism.
"a defensive missile system"
adjective Reacting to criticism with unusual sensitivity or resistance.
"He got defensive the moment I mentioned the missed deadline."

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Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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.

Similar words in German

oversensitive prickly protective thin-skinned

Common German translations

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Frequently asked questions

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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