defensive
US /dɪˈfen.sɪv/
UK /dɪˈfen.sɪv/
1.
bertahan, defensif
used or intended to protect someone or something from attack
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The team played a strong defensive game.
Pasukan itu bermain permainan bertahan yang kuat.
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They built a defensive wall around the city.
Mereka membina tembok pertahanan di sekeliling bandar.
2.
defensif, bertahan
very anxious to protect what you believe is right and to make sure that no one criticizes you
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He became very defensive when I questioned his decision.
Dia menjadi sangat defensif apabila saya mempersoalkan keputusannya.
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Don't be so defensive; I'm just trying to help.
Jangan terlalu defensif; saya hanya cuba membantu.