defensive
defensive is a polysyllabic word with 3 syllables. Using the Knuth-Liang algorithm, we calculated the hyphenation for the word you’ve entered. However, this hyphenation has not been verified against authoritative sources and may be approximate. This is because the algorithm relies on pre-defined patterns that may not cover all exceptions, contextual variations, or irregular spellings. We are working to verify hyphenations against trusted sources to ensure greater accuracy. For now, defensive is hyphenated as:
Definitions ofdefensive
- A means, attitude or position of defense.
- Intended for defence; protective.
Example: "a defensive perimeter"
- Intended to deter attack.
Example: "a defensive missile system"
- Performed so as to minimise risk.
Example: "defensive driving"
- Displaying an inordinate sensitivity to criticism or intrusion.
- Of a bowling or fielding tactic designed to prevent the other side from scoring runs; of a batting tactic designed to prevent being out.
- Pertaining to defense, as opposed to attack.
Example: "The victim held up his hand to repel the attacker and received a defensive knife wound."
- In a state or posture of defense.
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