defend

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defend Definition

• (v) argue or speak in defense of; "She supported the motion to strike"
• (v) be on the defensive; act against an attack
• (v) protect against a challenge or attack; "Hold that position behind the trees!"; "Hold the bridge against the enemy''s attacks"
• (v) fight against or resist strongly; "The senator said he would oppose the bill"; "Don''t fight it!"
• (v) protect or fight for as a champion
• (v) be the defense counsel for someone in a trial; "Ms. Smith will represent the defendant"
• (v) state or assert; "He maintained his innocence"

defend Synonyms

• champion
• defend
• fend for
• fight
• fight back
• fight down
• guard
• hold
• maintain
• oppose
• represent
• support