Synonyms for defend

Other words for “defend”, grouped by meaning.

We found 11 synonyms for “defend”. The most common are support, fend for, guard, hold, fight.

verb argue or speak in defense of

verb be on the defensive; act against an attack

Oppositesattack

verb protect against a challenge or attack

verb fight against or resist strongly

verb protect or fight for as a champion

verb be the defense counsel for someone in a trial

verb state or assert

Source: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University

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