Definitions
There are 7 meanings of the word
Defended.
Defended - 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 defended his point of view during the debate."
"The lawyer defended his client in court."
"The soldier bravely defended his country against the enemy."
"She defended her teammate from the opposing players."
"The security guard defended the museum from the burglars."
Word Game Points
Is DEFENDED a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, defended is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
DEFENDED has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.
Is DEFENDED a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, defended is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordDEFENDED has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.
Is DEFENDED a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, defended is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordDEFENDED has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.
