Defended: meaning, definitions and examples

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defended

[ dɪˈfɛndɪd ]

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in a legal context

To defend means to protect oneself against a legal challenge by denying the truth of the allegations made.

Synonyms

justify, protect, safeguard

Examples of usage

He defended himself against the false accusations in court.
The lawyer defended his client's innocence with strong evidence.

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in a sports context

To defend means to attempt to prevent the opposition from scoring in a game or match.

Synonyms

block, guard, shield

Examples of usage

The goalkeeper defended the goal with great skill.
The team worked together to defend their lead until the end of the game.

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in a general context

To defend means to support or uphold a particular idea, belief, or person.

Synonyms

back up, support, uphold

Examples of usage

She defended her friend's actions when others criticized him.
The politician defended his controversial decision in a press conference.

Translations

Translations of the word "defended" in other languages:

🇵🇹 defendeu

🇮🇳 रक्षा की

🇩🇪 verteidigte

🇮🇩 membela

🇺🇦 захистив

🇵🇱 bronił

🇯🇵 守った (mamotta)

🇫🇷 défendu

🇪🇸 defendió

🇹🇷 savundu

🇰🇷 방어했다 (bang-eohaetda)

🇸🇦 دافع

🇨🇿 bránil

🇸🇰 bránil

🇨🇳 防卫了 (fángwèi le)

🇸🇮 branil

🇮🇸 varði

🇰🇿 қорғады

🇬🇪 დაიცვა (daitsva)

🇦🇿 müdafiə etdi

🇲🇽 defendió

Word origin

The word 'defended' originated from the Old French word 'defendre' which came from the Latin word 'defendere', meaning 'to ward off, protect'. The term has been used since the 14th century in English with the same meaning of protecting or justifying oneself or others.