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What is the opposite of defensive?

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Updated: 4/28/2022

The opposite of defense (to defend a position) is offense(to attack).

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Opposite of offensive?

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What is the opposite word for offensive?

respectful, pleasing, defensive, kind, guarding

A antonym for the word defensive?

The opposite of being defensive is to be open to criticism; I don't think that there is a single word which has that meaning, although humble comes closest. Offensive is an antonym for defensive.

What word mean the opposite of offensive?

*offensive (adjective) (*insulting); opposite is -Agreeable, kind, nice, pleasing, respectful *offensive (noun) (*attack); opposite is -Defending, defensive

Is defensive the adjective of defend?

Yes. Defensive is the adjective form or defend.

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Opposite of offensive?

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What is the opposite for defensive communication?

supportive

What word is opposite if offensive?

Defensive

What is the meaning of defensive?

The word defensive means to protect or defend. It is the opposite of the word offensive.

Is enthusiastic the opposite of aggressive?

No. One opposite is defensive. Could also be passive

What is the opposite of block?

The opposite of "block" as in impede is to unblock, or allow. The opposite of block (defensive move) is to hit (offensive move).

What does it mean when a team is on the offensivein netball?

Opposite to defensive, it means your attacking

What is the opposite word for offensive?

respectful, pleasing, defensive, kind, guarding

A antonym for the word defensive?

The opposite of being defensive is to be open to criticism; I don't think that there is a single word which has that meaning, although humble comes closest. Offensive is an antonym for defensive.

What word mean the opposite of offensive?

*offensive (adjective) (*insulting); opposite is -Agreeable, kind, nice, pleasing, respectful *offensive (noun) (*attack); opposite is -Defending, defensive

What is the opposite of aggressive?

Passive, defensive, friendly, submissive, diffident are all opposites of aggressive.

What is the purpose of hand ball?

Players From the opposite team are not allowed to be in the crease when the have the ball, but the players from the defensive team may be in the crease

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