protective (B1)

adjective

Pronunciation: /prəˈtɛktɪv/

Definition

Serving or intended to protect someone or something from harm or damage.

Examples

• The helmet provides protective gear for cyclists.

• She wore a protective mask during the pandemic.

• The company offers protective services for its clients.

How to Use protective

protective of (prepositional phrase)

Feeling or showing a desire to protect someone or something. — "She is very protective of her younger brother."

protective gear (collocation)

Equipment worn to protect the body from injury. — "The construction workers were all wearing protective gear."

Synonyms of protective

Words with a similar meaning to protective:

• safe
• defensive
• shielding
• safeguarding

Antonyms of protective

Words with the opposite meaning to protective:

• vulnerable
• exposed

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