Other Words for Protective

Protective Verb Synonyms
defensive, jealous, vigilant, watchful, heedful, careful, possessive, preservative, shielding, sheltering, safeguarding
She is fiercely protective of her independence and will not accept help. Many animals rely on protective colouring as a defense against predators.

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Protective Covenant

Business / Finance / Protective Covenant: A part of an indenture or loan agreement that limits certain actions a company may take during the term of the loan to protect the lender's interests. MORE

Personal Protective Equipment

Business / Human Resources (HR) / Personal Protective Equipment: Clothing and other work accessories (i.e., safety glasses, hearing protection, etc.) designed to create a barrier against potential workplace hazards. MORE

Child Protective Services (CPS)

Lifestyle / Adoption / Child Protective Services (CPS): The designated social services agency (in most states) to receive reports, investigate and provide intervention and treatment services to children and families in which child maltreatment has occurred MORE

Protective Factors

Lifestyle / Adoption / Protective Factors: Strengths and resources that appear to mediate or serve as a 'buffer' against risk factors that contribute to vulnerability to maltreatment or against the negative effects of maltreatment experiences. MORE

Protective Atmosphere

Business / Machine Shop / Protective Atmosphere: A gas or vacuum envelope surrounding the workpieces, used to prevent or reduce the formation of oxides and other detrimental surface substances and to facilitate their removal. MORE

Protective Put Buying Strategy

Business / Finance / Protective Put Buying Strategy: A strategy that involves buying a put option on the underlying security that is held in a portfolio. Related: Hedge option strategies. MORE