defends Get Printable Handwriting Hear It! Say It! Write It! Learn It! Spelling Test Definition verb. to protect someone or something from harm. Example Sentence She defends her little brother from bullies. More Example Sentences The soldier defends his country bravely. Synonyms protect; guard; support Antonyms attack; abandon; betray Hear It! Say It! Write It! defends Switch to cursive Start Share with your friends: