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PROTECTIVENESS Synonyms

There are 9 synonyms of the word protectiveness. (exact relations)
There are 17 hypernyms of the word protectiveness. (close relations)

Best Alternative Words for PROTECTIVENESS

RankWordSave?More Syns..UsageType
1care
verb, nounv, n
2custody
nounn
3defensiveness
noun, adjectiven, adj
4guardianship
nounn
5preservation
nounn
6safekeeping
nounn
7vigilance
nounn
8watchfulness
nounn
9safeguarding
verb, nounv, n

Best Hypernyms For PROTECTIVENESS

Here is a list of related hypernyms for protectiveness, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (17)
affection affectionateness care concern custody fondness guardianship heart philia preservation quality safety tenderness warmheartedness warmness watchfulness safeguarding

Alternatives for CARE

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