DICTIONARY ENTRY
3 SYLLABLES
defensive
/dɪ'fɛnsɪv/ · dɪfɛnsɪv
Defensive has 3 syllables: de · fen · sive.
de
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fen
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sive
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noun. An attitude of defensiveness (especially in the phrase `on the defensive').
adjective. Attempting to justify or defend in speech or writing.
adjective. Intended or appropriate for defending against or deterring aggression or attack.
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