Defensive pattern Synonyms

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')

Definitions for Pattern


  • (noun) a unit of decoration that is repeated all over something (as a fabric )
  • (noun) a usual manner of behaving or doing
  • (noun) an established and often automatic or monotonous series of actions followed when engaging in some activity