DEFEND
Scrabble letter values: D2E1F4E1N1D2 = 11
Definition
- verb argue or speak in defense of. — synonyms: support, fend_for
- verb be on the defensive.
- verb protect against a challenge or attack. — synonyms: guard, hold
- verb fight against or resist strongly. — synonyms: fight, oppose, fight_back, fight_down
- verb protect or fight for as a champion. — synonyms: champion
- verb be the defense counsel for someone in a trial. — synonyms: represent
- verb state or assert. — synonyms: maintain
Examples
- “She supported the motion to strike”
- “act against an attack”
- “Hold that position behind the trees!”