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defendable

/dɪˈfɛndəbəl/
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defendable Lexical Profile

defendable Game Scores & Validity

• adjective

1

Capable of being justified, supported, or maintained by logical argument or evidence.

Example

"The committee concluded that the researcher's methodology was scientifically sound and fully defendable."

2

Capable of being protected or secured against physical attack, intrusion, or harm.

Example

"The ancient hilltop settlement was chosen because its steep cliffs made it naturally defendable."

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Word Nuance & Usage

While "defendable" and "defensible" are largely synonymous, "defensible" is much more common in formal English, especially when referring to arguments, legal positions, or ethics.

• Rhymes for defendable

• Nearby Words

defectiveness
defector
defend
defendable
defendant
defender
defense

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Defendable. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/defendable
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