guardedness
|guard-ed-ness|
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/ˈɡɑrdɪdnəs/
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/ˈɡɑːdɪdnəs/
(guarded)
cautious reserve
Etymology
Etymology Information
'guardedness' originates from the word 'guarded', which comes from the Old French word 'garder', meaning 'to protect or defend'.
Historical Evolution
'garder' transformed into the Middle English word 'garde', and eventually became the modern English word 'guarded'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to protect or defend', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'being cautious or reserved'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the quality of being cautious and having a tendency to avoid risks or revealing too much information.
Her guardedness made it difficult to get to know her.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45