defensively

• حال بمعنى «بطريقة تهدف إلى الحماية أو الدفاع». وفي السياق الرياضي يصف تصرفات موجهة لمنع الخصم من التسجيل. وفي الاستعمال العام قد يشير إلى سلوك يهدف إلى حماية الذات من النقد أو الهجوم.

An adverb meaning "in a manner intended to defend or protect." In sports, it describes actions focused on preventing the opponent from scoring. In general usage, it can also refer to behavior aimed at protecting oneself from criticism or attack.

1. In a protective mannerB2formal

   In a way that is intended to protect against attack, criticism, or harm.

   دفاعيًا

   • The soldiers positioned themselves defensively around the perimeter.
   • She reacted defensively when her work was criticized.
   • He spoke defensively, trying to justify his actions.

   المرادفاتguardedlyprotectively

2. In sportsB2formal

   In a manner focused on preventing the opponent from scoring or advancing.

   دفاعيًا

   • The team played defensively for the last ten minutes of the game.
   • The goalkeeper moved defensively to block the shot.
   • They set up defensively to protect their lead.

   الأضدادaggressivelyoffensively