die Verteidigung
Translation
defense, justification, advocacy
Examples
Die Verteidigung der Stadt war erfolgreich.
The defense of the city was successful.
Die Verteidigung forderte einen Freispruch.
The defense demanded an acquittal.
Er sagte das zu seiner Verteidigung.
He said that in his defense.
Grammar Patterns
the defense ((against sth.)) the defense against sth. The defense against the attack was strong.
in defense ((of sb./sth.)) in defense of sb./sth. He acted in defense of his family.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Abwehr, Schutz, Rechtfertigung; Antonyms: Angriff (attack), Anklage (prosecution)
Etymology
From the verb 'verteidigen' (to defend) + the suffix '-ung', which forms a noun.
Memory Tips
The suffix '-ung' often turns a verb into a feminine noun, like 'warnen' (to warn) -> 'die Warnung' (the warning).