defense

Definitions

The action of resisting an attack or protecting against danger or injury.

A legal case or argument presented to justify or excuse an action or to refute a charge.

The players on a sports team whose primary role is to prevent the opposing team from scoring.

Examples

The team's defense was impenetrable throughout the entire championship game.

He offered a passionate defense of his actions during the meeting.

The castle was built with a strong defense system to protect the kingdom from invaders.

Synonyms

protection guard shield fortification resistance security safeguard

Antonyms

attack assault offense aggression invasion surrender vulnerability