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deface
To spoil the surface of something.
defamation
False statement harming someone's reputation.
default
failure to fulfill an obligation
defeat
To win against someone in a competition.
defect
A fault or imperfection in something.
defection
the act of abandoning a country or cause
defective
Not working properly or faulty.
defector
someone who leaves their country to join an enemy
defenceman
A hockey player who tries to stop the opponents.
defend
to argue in favor of a position or case
defendant
A person accused in a court of law.
defender
a player who prevents scoring
defense
Protection against danger or attack.
defenseless
unable to protect oneself from harm
defenseman
A player who protects their team's goal.
defensible
Able to be protected against attack or criticism.
defensive
Intended to protect from harm.
defensively
In a way that protects against harm or attack.
defer
To postpone or delay something to a later time.
deference
Respectful submission to the opinions of others.
deferral
Postponing or delaying an action or decision.
defiance
Open resistance or bold disobedience.
defiant
Boldly resisting authority or opposing force.
defiantly
in a bold, rebellious manner