Defendingly: meaning, definitions and examples
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defendingly
[ dɪˈfɛndɪŋli ]
in a defensive manner
In a way that is intended to protect someone or something from harm or attack. It involves justifying or explaining one's actions or beliefs when they are being challenged or criticized.
Synonyms
apologetically, justifyingly, protectively.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
| Word | Description / Examples |
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| defendingly |
When someone feels the need to support their actions or beliefs because they are being questioned or criticized
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| protectively |
When someone acts to guard or shield someone or something from harm or danger, often showing care and concern
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| justifyingly |
When someone explains or provides reasons to show that their actions or decisions are reasonable or necessary, especially when facing criticism
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| apologetically |
When someone apologizes or shows regret because they feel they have done something wrong or inconvenienced someone
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Examples of usage
- She spoke defendingly, trying to explain her actions.
- He reacted defendingly when his ideas were questioned.
- The player stood defendingly, ready to protect the goal.
Translations
Translations of the word "defendingly" in other languages:
🇵🇹 defensivamente
🇮🇳 रक्षात्मक रूप से
🇩🇪 verteidigend
🇮🇩 dengan defensif
🇺🇦 захисно
🇵🇱 defensywnie
🇯🇵 守備的に
🇫🇷 défensivement
🇪🇸 defensivamente
🇹🇷 savunmacı bir şekilde
🇰🇷 방어적으로
🇸🇦 بشكل دفاعي
🇨🇿 obranně
🇸🇰 obranným spôsobom
🇨🇳 防御地
🇸🇮 defenzivno
🇮🇸 varnandi
🇰🇿 қорғаныс
🇬🇪 დაცვით
🇦🇿 müdafiə olunaraq
🇲🇽 defensivamente
Etymology
The adverb 'defendingly' has its origin in the verb 'defend', which can be traced back to the Latin word 'defendere', meaning 'to ward off, defend'. Over time, the adverb form 'defendingly' emerged to describe actions or behaviors related to defense or protection.
See also: defence, defend, defendant, defendants, defended, defender, defenders, defending, defense, defensive.