Defensive role 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 Role


  • (noun) the action for which a person or thing is specially fitted or used or for which a thing exists
  • (noun) the actions and activities assigned to or required or expected of a person or group
  • (noun) normal or customary activity of a person in a particular social setting