Defensive tactics 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 Tactics


  • (noun) the means or procedure for doing something
  • (noun) a plan for attaining a particular goal
  • (noun) the branch of military science dealing with detailed maneuvers to achieve objectives set by strategy