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Unguarded: meaning, definitions and examples

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unguarded

 

[ ʌnˈɡɑːrdɪd ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

conversation

Not protected or watched over; exposed to danger or harm.

Synonyms

defenseless, unprotected, vulnerable

Examples of usage

  • The unguarded entrance to the building allowed easy access for intruders.
  • She regretted leaving her phone unguarded on the table when she went to the restroom.
Context #2 | Adjective

emotion

Without caution or reserve; open and honest.

Synonyms

candid, frank, uninhibited

Examples of usage

  • Her unguarded remarks revealed her true feelings.
  • He appreciated her unguarded sincerity.

Translations

Translations of the word "unguarded" in other languages:

🇵🇹 desprotegido

🇮🇳 असुरक्षित

🇩🇪 ungeschützt

🇮🇩 tidak terjaga

🇺🇦 незахищений

🇵🇱 niechroniony

🇯🇵 無防備な (mubōbi na)

🇫🇷 non gardé

🇪🇸 desprotegido

🇹🇷 korumasız

🇰🇷 무방비 (mubangbi)

🇸🇦 غير محروس

🇨🇿 nechráněný

🇸🇰 nechránený

🇨🇳 无防备的 (wú fángbèi de)

🇸🇮 nezaščiten

🇮🇸 óvarinn

🇰🇿 қорғалмаған

🇬🇪 დაუცველი

🇦🇿 qorunmayan

🇲🇽 desprotegido

Etymology

The word 'unguarded' originated from the combination of the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and 'guarded' which comes from the Old French word 'guarder' meaning 'to protect'. The term has been used in English since the 16th century to describe something that is not protected or watched over, as well as to depict a lack of caution or reserve in expression.

See also: blackguard, guard, guarded, guardedly, guardhouse, guardian, guarding, guardrail, guards, guardsman, safeguards, vanguard.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #19,961, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.