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(Entry 1 of 2)
having or showing a close attentiveness to avoiding danger or trouble
- a guarded man who knew better than to reveal such delicate information
- guarded actions
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guarded
verbpast tense of guard
Synonyms & Antonyms of guarded (Entry 2 of 2)
1
to drive danger or attack away from
- guard the quarterback so he doesn't get sacked
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2
to disallow entry into (a place) by means of a physical barrier at the entry point
- a fire-breathing dragon guarded the entrance to the castle
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The first known use of guarded was in 1709
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