Synonyms of fenced

fenced

verb

past tense of fence

as in protected

to drive danger or attack away from

had worked as a bodyguard, fencing a number of pop stars at big events

Synonyms & Similar Words

• protected
• defended
• guarded
• shielded
• safeguarded
• secured
• fended
• kept
• screened
• warded
• covered
• bulwarked
• stood up for
• forfended
• prevented
• saved
• preserved
• opposed
• conserved
• averted
• walled
• resisted
• withstood
• warred
• contended
• fought
• buffered
• picketed
• palisaded
• battled

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• attacked
• assailed
• assaulted
• stormed
• beset
• submitted
• bombarded
• besieged
• yielded
• overran
• caved
• capitulated

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of fenced

Nowhere is this dynamic more evident than the Gaza Strip, which Israel fenced in during the 1990s and has blockaded since 2007, citing security concerns and the threat of militant attacks. — Drew Paul, The Conversation, 25 Sep. 2026

Both areas are fenced and protected, and NOAA Fisheries urged beachgoers not to disturb these sites. — Paris Barraza, USA Today, 22 Sep. 2026

Areas near the turtle sightings and eggs have been fenced off, and signs have been posted to protect the eggs. — Gina Kalsi, PEOPLE, 22 Sep. 2026

The proposal includes adding a public walkway along part of Shaw Cove, a waterfront area that’s been fenced off for years. — Don Stacom, Hartford Courant, 16 Sep. 2026

Kushner’s local partners fenced off a site that had been a popular spot for beachgoers. — Dexter Filkins, New Yorker, 14 Sep. 2026

Stroman said the dogs broke into her fenced yard and started chasing the emu. — Jennifer Borrasso, CBS News, 9 Sep. 2026

The star, which has been fenced off, is being repaired by the Hollywood Historic Trust because of cracks from wear and tear, Martinez said. — Iris Kwok, Los Angeles Times, 2 Sep. 2026

Admittedly, spying is more difficult to do in the Premier League, with training grounds gated and fenced. — Jacob Tanswell, New York Times, 14 Aug. 2026