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English noun: defensiveness

1. defensiveness (attribute) excessive sensitivity to criticism


SamplesHis defensiveness was manifested in hurt silence.
The fear of being sued for malpractice has magnified physicians' defensiveness.


Broader (hypernym)sensitiveness, sensitivity


Narrower (hyponym)bunker mentality









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