defensively

• Advérbio que significa de maneira destinada a proteger ou defender. No esporte, descreve ações voltadas a impedir que o adversário marque. No uso geral, também pode se referir a um comportamento de proteção contra críticas ou ataques.

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.

   Defensivamente

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

   Sinônimosguardedlyprotectively

2. In sportsB2formal

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

   Na defesa

   • 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.

   Antônimosaggressivelyoffensively