[verb] argue or speak in defense of; "She supported the motion to strike" Synonyms:support, fend for
[verb] be on the defensive; act against an attack
[verb] protect against a challenge or attack; "Hold that position behind the trees!"; "Hold the bridge against the enemy's attacks" Synonyms:guard, hold
[verb] fight against or resist strongly; "The senator said he would oppose the bill"; "Don't fight it!" Synonyms:fight, oppose, fight back, fight down
[verb] protect or fight for as a champion Synonyms:champion
[verb] be the defense counsel for someone in a trial; "Ms. Smith will represent the defendant" Synonyms:represent
[verb] state or assert; "He maintained his innocence" Synonyms:maintain
