Defensivo
Example: Su actitud defensiva dificultó resolver el conflicto rápidamente.
Definition
"Defensivo" describes a behavior or attitude characterized by protection or resistance against criticism, attack, or harm. For example, in the phrase 'Su actitud defensiva dificultó resolver el conflicto rápidamente,' it refers to a protective stance that makes resolving conflict more difficult.
Etymology
The word "defensivo" comes from the Latin 'defensivus,' which means 'serving to defend.' It entered Spanish through the influence of Latin-based languages, maintaining its root meaning linked to defense and protection.
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"Defensivo" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (C1) - set 1", containing 120 commonly used words.
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