Meaning of on the defensive | Babel Free
Definitions
- Prepared to defend or protect against criticism, attack or aggression.
- defending; playing a defensive game
Examples
“Last year, despite winning 34 of the legislature’s 57 seats with 47 per cent of the popular vote, the NDP was on the defensive almost from the start.”
“Brazil's greater quality and assurance in possession meant England spent much of the game on the defensive.”
CEFR level
C1
Advanced
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.