Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Defence Reaction.
Defence Reaction - as a noun
(psychiatry) an unconscious process that tries to reduce the anxiety associated with instinctive desires
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
defencedefence mechanismdefensedefense mechanismdefense reactionHypernyms (Closely Related)
processunconscious processpsychoanalytic processHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"Her defence reaction was to scream and run away from the attacker."
"The dog barked loudly as a natural defence reaction to the stranger approaching."
"The athlete's defence reaction was to raise his arms to protect his face during the boxing match."
"When startled, the rabbit's defence reaction is to freeze in order to blend with its surroundings."
"In a dangerous situation, the body's defence reaction triggers the release of adrenaline."