PROTECTION Synonyms: 88 Similar and Opposite Words

protection

noun

prə-ˈtek-shən

Definition of protection

as in defense

means or method of defending this small umbrella is adequate protection in a sudden shower

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as in protector

someone that protects the bodyguard was her protection from overzealous fans

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as in safety

the state of not being exposed to danger the open boat offered no protection from the weather

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Recent Examples of protection Its outcome could spur the availability of lower-cost but potentially skimpier health coverage that skirts some consumer protections. — Julie Appleby, Miami Herald, 16 Sep. 2026 Safety positioning matters, but so do protection rules and pre-snap signals and down-and-distance tendencies. — Alec Lewis, New York Times, 16 Sep. 2026 The measles vaccine is highly effective, providing 97% protection for most people. — Jen Christensen, CNN Money, 16 Sep. 2026 Green is a fluid mover at his size and excellent in pass protection. — Pj Green september 16, Kansas City Star, 16 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for protection

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Noun

The Pentagon would be relying on authorities provided by the Defense Production Act and annual defense legislation from 2017, Paoletta continued, as well as Article II of the Constitution.

— Eleanor Mueller, semafor.com, 21 Sep. 2026
Metze had taught at Texas Tech for nearly two decades and served as the director of the criminal-defense clinic.

— Benjamin Wofford, New Yorker, 21 Sep. 2026

Definition of defense

Noun

And look for Maxx Crosby to feast against the Chargers’ pass protectors who couldn’t keep the Cardinals out of Herbert’s backfield.

— Hank Gola, New York Daily News, 18 Sep. 2026
Frankel plays Ian, the older brother and protector of Emilia Jones’ lead character, Gabby Clemente.

— Matt Grobar, Deadline, 17 Sep. 2026

Definition of protector

Noun

Although the aircraft performed every phase of flight autonomously, from taxiing and takeoff to cruise and landing, FAA regulations required a qualified safety pilot to be on board.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 21 Sep. 2026
Forbes named the HigherDOSE Infrared Sauna Blanket its best overall pick, citing safety certifications and a spa-like experience.

— Samantha Agate, Kansas City Star, 21 Sep. 2026

Definition of safety

Noun

Some said the outcome is likely if the industry fails to impose adequate safeguards, while others cast doubt on it as vague and far-fetched.

— Max Zahn, ABC News, 16 Sep. 2026
An Associated Press review following the shooting showed the campus in Orem did not use several public safety practices that have become standard safeguards at events around the country.

— CBS News, CBS News, 16 Sep. 2026

Definition of safeguard

Noun

After Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools notified students’ parents and guardians, the district gave students the option to stay at school or go home, wrote Markl Johnson, district spokesperson, in a statement.

— Eleanor Nash, Kansas City Star, 21 Sep. 2026
Drivers under the age of 21 are not allowed to travel with any alcohol unless they are accompanied by a parent, relative or legal guardian.

— Sacbee.com, Sacbee.com, 21 Sep. 2026

Definition of guardian

Noun

Long said after the shooting that six of his officers staffed the event and coordinated with Kirk's eight-person private security team.

— CBS News, CBS News, 16 Sep. 2026
Zuckerberg said Meta delayed releasing its Muse AI agent for several months to ensure its safety and security.

— ABC News, ABC News, 16 Sep. 2026

Definition of security

Noun

The files show that the informant continued reporting to his intelligence handler while allegedly failing to disclose the full extent of his own involvement in obtaining ammunition for the group.

— Benjamin Weinthal, FOXNews.com, 20 Sep. 2026
China Arms, which also covered the event, described crews handling ammunition inside the turret and tanks firing while stationary and moving, including shots to the side and rear.

— Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 20 Sep. 2026

Definition of ammunition

Noun

Kitchen starts in Missouri’s base package as a run defender on first and second down, but often rotates off the field in passing situations.

— PJ Green, Kansas City Star, 20 Sep. 2026
There were multiple carries when Payne had to elude a defender deep in the backfield just to avoid a negative play.

— Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 20 Sep. 2026

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