Antonyms for defensive

Antonyms for (adj) defensive

Main entry: defensive

Definition: intended or appropriate for defending against or deterring aggression or attack

Usage: defensive weapons; a defensive stance

Antonyms: offensive

Definition: for the purpose of attack rather than defense


Main entry: justificative, justificatory, defensive

Definition: attempting to justify or defend in speech or writing

Antonyms: unapologetic

Definition: unwilling to make or express an apology


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