defensively
de-fen-sive-ly
adverb
In a manner intended to protect oneself from attack, criticism, or harm.
"She answered rather defensively when questioned."
Thesaurus
Antonyms: offensively
de-fen-sive-ly
In a manner intended to protect oneself from attack, criticism, or harm.
"She answered rather defensively when questioned."
Antonyms: offensively