Defensar
Example: Va defensar les seves idees amb arguments sòlids i convinents.
Definition
"Defensar" means to protect or support someone or something against attack, criticism, or challenge, often by providing strong arguments or actions, as in the phrase 'Va defensar les seves idees amb arguments sòlids i convinents.'
Etymology
The word "defensar" originates from the Latin verb 'defendere,' meaning to ward off or protect. It entered Catalan through Old French or directly from Latin, maintaining its core meaning of protection and support. Did you know that 'defendere' literally means 'to strike away'?
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"Defensar" appears in the Vocaplus list "Catalan - General - (C1) - set 2", containing 116 commonly used words.
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