Exam: GRE (Verbal)

Definition: In a way that shows a lack of protection or defense against harm or attack.

Example: The child stood defenselessly in front of the bully, unable to defend himself.

Definition: The state of being unable to defend oneself; a lack of protection or strength against harm.

Example: The defenselessness of the village made it an easy target for the invaders.

Definition: The condition of being able to be defended or justified against criticism or attack.

Example: The defensibility of the argument was questioned during the debate.

Definition: Able to be protected or justified against criticism or attack.

Example: The lawyer presented a defensible case in court.

Definition: In a way that can be defended or justified; in a manner that is reasonable or acceptable.

Example: The decision was made defensibly, considering all the available evidence.

Definition: Intended to protect or resist against attack or criticism.

Example: The team adopted a defensive strategy to protect their lead in the game.

Definition: A way to protect oneself or something from harm or attack.

Example: The team adopted a defensive strategy to protect their goal.

Definition: The quality or state of being protective or anxious about criticism, often leading to a defensive attitude.

Example: Her defensiveness made it difficult for her to accept feedback from her colleagues.

Definition: To delay making a decision or to submit to someone else's opinion or authority out of respect.

Example: She decided to defer her decision until she had more information.

Definition: To delay or put something off to a later time, or to give someone else the responsibility for making a decision.

Example: We decided to defer the meeting until next week.

Definition: A way of showing respect or submission to someone else's opinions or wishes, often because of their higher status or age.

Example: In deference to her experience, the team decided to follow her suggestions.

Definition: Showing respect or submission to someone else's wishes or opinions.

Example: He was always deferent to his elders, listening carefully to their advice.