defend

Vocabulary Word

Definition

'Defend' is when you shield or guard someone or something from harm or attack. It also means to maintain or stand up for a viewpoint or argument against criticism.

Examples in Different Contexts

In intellectual property rights, 'defend' means protecting one's creations. A creative director might say, 'We must defend our designs against plagiarism.'

Practice Scenarios

Business

Scenario:

Our new product has come under some harsh criticism. We need to control how this product is being perceived.

Response:

Yes, we need to defend our product. Let's provide factual information to counteract the criticism.

Tech

Scenario:

We have detected numerous attempts to breach our client's system. It's crucial that we step up our security measures.

Response:

Agreed, it's important to defend our systems. I'll ensure our team prioritizes this topic.