protectively Definition
in a way that shows a desire to protect someone or something from harm or damage.
Using protectively: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "protectively" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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She held the child protectively in her arms.
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He stood protectively in front of his family.
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The dog barked protectively at the stranger.
protectively Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for protectively
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Summary: protectively in Brief
The adverb 'protectively' [pruh-tek-tiv-lee] describes an action done in a way that shows a desire to protect someone or something from harm or damage. It is often used to describe physical actions, such as holding or standing in front of someone or something, as in 'She held the child protectively in her arms.'
