SAT TOEFL

defensive

Definition

Having the purpose or quality of defending against attack or criticism; overly sensitive to perceived criticism.

한국어 공격이나 비난으로부터 보호하거나 저항하는 목적이나 질

Example

"She became defensive when her colleague questioned her report."
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