protectiveness
verbDivide 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:
affectionfondnesshearttendernessphiliaAntonyms for protectiveness:
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