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protectiveness
verb
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Divide protectiveness into syllables:

pro · tec · tive · ness

How to pronounce protectiveness:

Definition of protectiveness:

protectiveness (verb):
to cover or shield from exposure, injury, damage, or destruction guard

Synonyms for protectiveness:

affectionfondnesshearttendernessphilia

Antonyms for protectiveness:

carelessnessunconcern

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