Defensive mechanism 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

DM abbreviation

DM is an abbreviation for Defensive Mechanism
What does DM stand for?
DM stands for "Defensive Mechanism"

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Definitions for Mechanism


  • (noun) device consisting of a piece of machinery; has moving parts that perform some function
  • (noun) a natural object resembling a machine in structure or function
  • (noun) the technical aspects of doing something