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What is another word for defensiveness?

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Noun
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Responding badly to perceived criticism
touchiness
hypersensitivity
sensitivity
protectiveness
caginess
insecurity
self-protectiveness
oversensitivity
prickliness
pettishness
intolerance
snowflakeness
thin skin
“She displayed defensiveness when her work was questioned, becoming argumentative and resistant to feedback.”
Noun
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A close protectiveness or heedfulness for someone or something
jealousy
protectiveness
heedfulness
mindfulness
vigilance
watchfulness
attentiveness
care
solicitousness
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