DEFEND

Definition

1. verb argue or speak in defense of. — synonyms: support, fend_for
2. verb be on the defensive.
3. verb protect against a challenge or attack. — synonyms: guard, hold
4. verb fight against or resist strongly. — synonyms: fight, oppose, fight_back, fight_down
5. verb protect or fight for as a champion. — synonyms: champion
6. verb be the defense counsel for someone in a trial. — synonyms: represent
7. verb state or assert. — synonyms: maintain