defensive

防卫的、防御的、自卫的

The wall was built for defensive purposes centuries ago.

这道城墙是几个世纪前为了防御而建的。

戒备的、防卫心强的、过度辩解的

He gets defensive whenever anyone questions his methods.

只要有人质疑他的做法，他就会摆出防卫的姿态。

防守的体育

Their defensive play in the second half was outstanding.

他们下半场的防守表现非常出色。

防御性的、保守安全的多指驾驶

Defensive driving can help you avoid most accidents.

防御性驾驶可以帮你避开大部分的事故。

守势、防守姿态常用于 on the defensive

The candidate was on the defensive throughout the debate.

这位候选人在整场辩论中都处于守势。