defends
word · lemma: defend
Definition
Says or does something to protect someone or something from attack, criticism, or danger.
Usage & Nuances
'Defends' is formal or neutral. Commonly used in legal, sports, or debate contexts ('defends a case', 'defends the goal'). Can refer to both physical and non-physical protection. Often confused with 'protects'—'defends' usually implies facing an active threat.
Spanish: defiendePortuguese (BR): defendePortuguese (PT): defendeChinese (Simplified): 辩护 - 防守Chinese (Traditional): 辯護 - 防守Hindi: बचाव करता है - समर्थन करता हैArabic: يدافعBengali: রক্ষা করে - সমর্থন করেRussian: защищаетJapanese: 守るVietnamese: bảo vệKorean: 방어하다 - 변호하다Turkish: savunur - korurUrdu: دفاع کرتا ہےIndonesian: membela - mempertahankan
Example Sentences
She defends her friend when others say mean things.
basic
The lawyer defends his client in court.
basic
He defends the goal during the football match.
basic
Whenever someone criticizes her work, she defends herself confidently.
natural
Our dog always defends the house by barking at strangers.
natural
He never defends his opinions when people disagree with him.
natural