defend
verbHow many syllables in defend?
There are 2 syllables in the word defend.Divide defend into syllables:
de · fend
How to pronounce defend:
Definition of defend:
- defend (verb):
- to protect from harm or danger
- to drive danger or attack away from
Synonyms for defend:
apologise
argue
excuse
fend for
justify
rationalise
rationalize
reason
stand up
stick up
support
uphold
Antonyms for defend:
aggress
ambush
assail
assault
attack
batter
beat
beat up
beset
besiege
boff
clock
club
descend on
descend upon
endanger
harass
harm
hit
hurt
injure
knock around
larrup
mug
pounce on
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