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indefensibly Synonyms

Another word for indefensibly

Choosing another word for indefensibly depends on context, so the 10 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• adverb (Context 1)

In a manner that cannot be justified, excused, or defended against criticism.

Usage Example

"The corporation acted inexcusably by concealing the environmental test results from the public."

Strongest
inexcusably
unjustifiably
Strong
unforgivably
unpardonably
reprehensibly
untenably

• adverb (Context 2)

In a position or manner that is vulnerable and cannot be protected against physical attack.

Usage Example

"The outpost was vulnerably situated on a low plain surrounded by steep hills."

Strongest
vulnerably
Strong
precariously
insecurely
helplessly

Opposites of indefensibly

The opposite of indefensibly shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

defensibly
justifiably
securely
excusably
reasonably
invulnerably
impregnably
fairly
See all opposites of indefensibly

• Nearby Words

indeed
indefensibility
indefensible
indefensibly
indefinable
indefinably
indefinite

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Indefensibly. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/indefensibly
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