unguarded
|un-guard-ed|
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/ʌnˈɡɑrdɪd/
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/ʌnˈɡɑːdɪd/
unprotected or careless
Etymology
'unguarded' originates from the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the word 'guarded', which comes from Old French 'garder', meaning 'to protect'.
'guarded' changed from the Old French word 'garder' and eventually became the modern English word 'guard'.
Initially, it meant 'not protected', but over time it evolved to also mean 'careless or impulsive'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not protected or watched over; lacking vigilance or caution.
He left the door unguarded, allowing anyone to enter.
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Adjective 2
spoken or done without careful consideration; impulsive.
She made an unguarded comment that upset her friend.
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Last updated: 2025/02/12 15:36