Definitions
There are 7 meanings of the word
Defends.
Defends - as a verb
Argue or speak in defense of
Example: "She supported the motion to strike"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
fend forsupport11Hypernyms (Closely Related)
argue6reason6Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Be on the defensive; act against an attack
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
keep10prevent12Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
attack12Protect against a challenge or attack
Example: "Hold that position behind the trees!"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
guard7hold8Fight against or resist strongly
Example: "The senator said he would oppose the bill"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
fight12fight backfight downoppose10Hypernyms (Closely Related)
contend10fight12struggle10Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Be the defense counsel for someone in a trial
Example: "Ms. smith will represent the defendant"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
represent11Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
prosecute13State or assert
Example: "He maintained his innocence"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
maintain10Hypernyms (Closely Related)
affirm14Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"He defends his point of view with passion."
"She defends her younger brother from bullies."
"The lawyer defends his client in court."
"The soldier defends the country against external threats."
"The goalie defends the goal with great skill."
Word Game Points
Is DEFENDS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, defends is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
DEFENDS has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.
Is DEFENDS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, defends is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordDEFENDS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.
Is DEFENDS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, defends is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordDEFENDS has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.
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