Say in defense synonyms | verbs

Synonyms for Say in defense as a Verb

• uphold

  show support for
• support

  show support for
• assert

  show support for
• maintain

  show support for
• champion

  show support for
• advocate
• sustain
• defend
• back
• guarantee
• endorse
• argue
• explain
• justify
• espouse
• stand by
• speak up for
• stand up for
• stick up for
• exculpate
• befriend
• vindicate
• rationalize
• plead
• stonewall
• second
• recommend
• aid
• warrant
• exonerate
• back up
• go to bat for
• apologize for
• bear one out
• come to defense of
• cover for
• prove a case
• put in a good word
• ride shotgun for
• thump for
• speak for
• rationalise
• stand for
• represent
• argue for
• approve
• speak on behalf of
• act on behalf of
• appear for
• sit for