Synonyms of protecting

protecting 1 of 2

adjective

as in guarding

Related Words

• guarding
• safeguarding
• shielding
• sheltering
• protected
• secure
• defended
• sheltered
• shielded
• guarded
• safe
• inviolable
• invulnerable
• snug
• unassailable
• impregnable
• unconquerable

Dissimilar Words

• dangerous
• hazardous
• risky
• unsafe
• insecure
• threatening
• vulnerable
• unprotected
• perilous
• menacing
• uncertain
• unguarded
• treacherous
• precarious
• parlous
• undefended
• minatory

protecting

2 of 2

verb

present participle of protect

as in defending

to drive danger or attack away from

the mother bear was just trying to protect her cubs

Synonyms & Similar Words

• defending
• safeguarding
• guarding
• shielding
• keeping
• securing
• preventing
• fending
• saving
• warding
• preserving
• covering
• fencing
• conserving
• screening
• bulwarking
• standing up for
• forfending
• opposing
• resisting
• withstanding
• fighting
• averting
• warring
• contending
• battling
• picketing
• buffering
• walling
• palisading

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• attacking
• assaulting
• assailing
• bombarding
• storming
• submitting
• besieging
• overrunning
• yielding
• besetting
• caving
• capitulating

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of protecting

Verb

Its nutrient-rich formula features a mix of Brazilian oils and is designed to make the hair healthier and more manageable by fighting frizz, adding shine and protecting it against damage from heat. — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 9 July 2026

In general, upper-class families were seen as responsible for protecting their servants from both physical illness and moral corruption. — Leah Hudson, Popular Science, 9 July 2026

Many news outlets have tried to walk a line between protecting their work and partnering with AI companies for licensing opportunities as AI chatbots and summaries eat into digital traffic and the advertising dollars that accompany it. — Corbin Bolies, Variety, 9 July 2026

Public safety, education and child care, and protecting seniors’ entitlements like Social Security and Medicare. — Brent Andersen, Sun Sentinel, 9 July 2026

As cyber insecurity rises and trust declines, protecting brand perception becomes a critical, measurable part of managing operational risk. — Jon Michail, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026

Danish Defense Minister Jeppe Bruus said the acquisition reflects the country’s growing focus on protecting the Arctic. — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 8 July 2026

On Wednesday, Mayor Mary Sheffield issued an executive order directing all departments and city employees to focus on protecting the public. — Julia Avant, CBS News, 2 July 2026

During a recent sit-down with Flow Space, Monaghan shared what this busy new chapter has taught her about midlife friendship, protecting her energy and making wellness feel doable, even when life is anything but slow. — Mara Santilli, Flow Space, 2 July 2026