Defensive equivalent Synonyms

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Definitions for Defensive


  • (adjective) intended to resist or prevent attack or aggression
  • (noun) a position of readiness to oppose actual or expected attack
  • (noun) an attitude of defensiveness (especially in the phrase `on the defensive')

Synonyms for phrase

DE abbreviation

DE is an abbreviation for Defensive Equivalent
What does DE stand for?
DE stands for "Defensive Equivalent"

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Definitions for Equivalent


  • (noun) one that is equal to another in status, achievement , or value
  • (adjective) being essentially equal to something
  • (noun) a person or thing equal to another in value or measure or force or effect or significance etc