indefensiveness

[US]//ˌɪn.dɪˈfen.sɪv.nəs//
[UK]//ˌɪn.dəˈfen.sɪv.nəs//

Translation

n.the quality or state of being indefensive; a lack of defensiveness; openness to criticism or challenge without feeling the need to defend oneself; an attitude of calm receptiveness and nonresistance in response to accusation, disagreement, or critique

Phrases & Collocations

indefensiveness matters

show indefensiveness

practice indefensiveness

increase indefensiveness

Example Sentences

her indefensiveness in the meeting calmed everyone down and kept the discussion productive.

he replied with quiet indefensiveness, even when the feedback was blunt.

indefensiveness under criticism is a skill that improves with practice.

she listened with genuine indefensiveness and asked clarifying questions.

the coach praised his indefensiveness after the tough loss.

indefensiveness helps build trust when teams disagree about priorities.

with steady indefensiveness, she acknowledged the mistake and proposed a fix.

his indefensiveness toward suggestions made collaboration feel easy.

they noticed her indefensiveness during conflict and felt safe to speak up.

indefensiveness in performance reviews can turn tension into learning.

he practiced indefensiveness by pausing before responding and summarizing what he heard.

her indefensiveness, paired with accountability, resolved the issue quickly.

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