Synonyms for
Defence
Definition
Defence is the action of protecting yourself, a country, or an idea from attack, criticism, or harm.
Synonyms & similar words
defenceforce
defensemechanism
defencemechanism
defensereaction
defenseforce
vindication
defenselawyers
defendingteam
defensivemeasure
demurrer
prosecution
offence
refutation
defense
defenseteam
offense
denial
defencereaction
defensivestructure
protection
safeguarding
security
safety
shelter
shielding
guarding
fortification
armament
barrier
bulwark
cover
defense
fence
guard
immunity
insurance
pad
preservation
safeguard
Synonyms by register
Antonyms
Common collocations
- defence mechanism
- defence strategy
- defence force
- defence spending
- defence system
- defence lawyer
- national defence
- self-defence
Word family
Usage note
In American English, 'defense' is the standard spelling. 'Defence' is primarily used in British English and other Commonwealth countries.
Example sentences
- The soldier put up a strong defence against the enemy's attack.
- The lawyer presented a solid defence for his client in court.
- The walls of the fort provided a good defence against the invaders.
- The team's defence was able to stop the opponent from scoring.
- The vaccine provides a good defence against the flu.
Quotes
The best defence against the atom bomb is not to be there when it goes off.
The best defence against tyranny is not to fight it but to ignore it.
The best defence against propaganda is more propaganda.