defensive

[dɪˈfensɪv] [dɪˈfensɪv]
  • 副词:defensively;
  • 名词:defensiveness;
  • 例句
    反义词
    词组
    • on the defensive
      Prepared to withstand or counter aggression or attack. 处于守势:随时准备防御或对入侵和进攻进行反击
    英语六级真题
    • Malpractice awards do drive up insurance premiums for doctors in high-risk specialties, and there is some evidence that doctors engage in defensive medicine by performing tests and treatments primarily to prove they are not negligent should they get sued.
      出自-2016年6月阅读原文
    • But Delia was careful not to adopt the defensive tone.
      出自-2012年12月听力原文
    • Malpractice awards do drive up insurance premiums for doctors in high-risk specialties, and there is some evidence that doctors engage in "defensive medicine" by performing tests and treatments primarily to prove they are not negligent should they get sue
      2016年6月六级真题(第二套)阅读 Section B
    柯林斯高阶英汉双解学习词典释义
    英汉词典释义
    英英词典释义
    • Noun
      1. an attitude of defensiveness (especially in the phrase `on the defensive')
    • Adjective
      1. intended or appropriate for defending against or deterring aggression or attack;
      "defensive weapons""a defensive stance"
      2. attempting to justify or defend in speech or writing
      3. serving as or appropriate for defending or protecting;
      "defensive fortifications""defensive dikes to protect against floods"
    行业词典
    • 体育: 防守;守势;防御性;