Synonyms for Defend

Defend has 8 synonyms including support, champion, hold. Opposite words include assail and attack. This page lists all similar and related words with Scrabble and Words With Friends point values.

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Synonyms for Defend (8 words)

Each word shows its Scrabble point value. Click any synonym to see its own synonyms and related words.

Antonyms for Defend (3 words)

These words have the opposite meaning.

Related Words (19)

Words associated with defend by meaning or context.

Letter Analysis for Defend

Defend contains 6 letters: 2 vowels (E) and 4 consonants (D, F, N). Here is the frequency breakdown:

D
2 (33%)
E
2 (33%)
F
1 (17%)
N
1 (17%)

Using Defend in Word Games

Defend scores 11 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends. High-value letters: F (4 pts). At 6 letters, defend fits most board positions and pairs well with existing tiles. With 2 vowels and 4 consonants, this word has a consonant-heavy letter distribution.

Highest-scoring synonyms you can use instead:

WordScrabbleWWFLetters
champion17208
fight12125
support11147
represent11139
oppose10126

Frequently Asked Questions

What are synonyms for defend?

The most common synonyms for defend are support, champion, hold, represent, fight. In total, there are 8 words with similar meaning listed on this page.

What is the opposite of defend?

Common antonyms of defend include assail, attack, prosecute.

Can I use defend in Scrabble?

Yes, defend is a valid Scrabble word worth 11 points. In Words With Friends, it scores 12 points.

How many letters are in defend?

Defend has 6 letters: 2 vowels (E) and 4 consonants (D, F, N).

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