defensive in Portuguese
defensive in Portuguese is defensante, defensivo, que defensa — defensive means intended to protect against attack or criticism.
defensive in Portuguese
defensante
Intended for defence; protective.
defensivo
Intended for defence; protective.
que defensa
Intended for defence; protective.
defensiva
A means, attitude or position of defense.
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 Portuguese?
"defensive" in Portuguese is defensante, defensivo, que defensa. 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 Portuguese, "defensive" is defensante, defensivo, que defensa.
Are there other ways to say "defensive" in Portuguese?
Yes — Portuguese has 4 translations listed for "defensive": defensante, defensivo, que defensa, defensiva.
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