defend
/dɪˈfend/
de · fend
dɪ · ˈfend
English Definition
v. protect, guard
Significado en Español
defender
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
bảo vệ, biện hộ
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Example Sentence
He defended his opinion.
他为观点辩护。
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
de(strengthen)+fend(block)
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Choose the best synonym for the word “defend”:
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A
attack
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B
guard
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C
abandon
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D
surrender
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B — guard.
“defend” means v. protect, guard
Practice — Sentence Completion (ISEE Verbal)
In a discussion about national policies, the minister spoke passionately to ___ the new measures, explaining their long-term benefits.
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A
criticize
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B
oppose
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C
defend
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D
ignore
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C — defend.
“defend” means v. protect, guard
Common questions about “defend”
What does “defend” mean?
defend — v. protect, guard. In Chinese: 防御，辩护.
How do you pronounce “defend”?
defend is pronounced /dɪˈfend/. It breaks into 2 syllables: de · fend.
How do you use “defend” in a sentence?
He defended his opinion. (他为观点辩护。)
What are synonyms for “defend”?
protect, guard — all close in meaning to defend (v. protect, guard).
Is “defend” an ISEE Lower-level word?
Yes. defend appears on the iSEE Vocab Lower list, which covers 615 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “defend”?
de(strengthen)+fend(block)
