Skip to content

What is another word for Defense? – 122 Defense Synonyms

    Need another word for Defense? Use these synonyms of Defense from our thesaurus to say it differently.


    Synonyms & Similar Words

    protection safeguard shield guard security defense mechanism resistance opposition rebuttal refutation justification excuse apology vindication fortification bulwark rampart stronghold preservation conservation upkeep maintenance care custody safekeeping vigilance watchfulness alertness preparedness readiness.

    Meaning of Defense

    The primary meaning of the word "Defense" is the action of defending someone or something against attack, criticism, or other forms of opposition.

    Definitions

    • The action of defending someone or something against attack, criticism, or other forms of opposition.
    • A person or thing that defends or protects something.
    • A method or system of protecting someone or something from harm or attack.
    • A justification or explanation for something, especially one that is criticized or disputed.

    Etymology of Defense

    The word "Defense" originates from the Old French word "defense", which is derived from the verb "defendre", meaning "to defend".
    The word has its roots in the Latin words "de" (meaning "from" or "away") and "fendere" (meaning "to strike" or "to hit").
    Historically, the word "Defense" has been used in various contexts, including law, military, and sports, to refer to the act of protecting or justifying something.

    Example Uses

    • The country's defense system is designed to protect its citizens from external threats.
    • The lawyer's defense of her client was convincing, and the jury delivered a verdict of not guilty.
    • The team's defense was strong, and they were able to prevent the opposing team from scoring.

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    offense attack aggression criticism condemnation accusation prosecution assault invasion intrusion trespass violation breach infringement encroachment incursion onslaught foray raid siege invasion violation.

    Related Nouns

    protection security safeguard shield guard fortress stronghold citadel bastion rampart bulwark barrier fence wall defense mechanism resistance opposition rebuttal refutation justification excuse apology vindication.

    Related Verbs

    defend protect safeguard shield guard fortify strengthen justify excuse apologize vindicate resist oppose rebut refute explain maintain preserve conserve upkeep care watch vigil alert.

    Related Adjectives

    defensive protective safeguarding shielding guarding fortified strong secure safe vigilant watchful alert prepared ready justified excusable vindicated resistant oppositional refutative explanatory preservative conservative.