Synonyms of secured

secured 1 of 2

adjective

1

as in protected

Related Words

• protected
• defended
• guarded
• secure
• shielded
• safeguarded
• defensible
• tenable
• unassailable
• inviolable
• invincible
• invulnerable
• unbeatable
• bulletproof
• impregnable
• indomitable
• unconquerable
• defendable
• untouchable

Dissimilar Words

• untenable
• vulnerable
• indefensible
• unsecured
• open
• liable
• unprotected
• susceptible
• exposed
• unguarded
• insecure
• undefended
• weak
• helpless
• powerless
• imperiled
• vincible
• assailable
• defenseless

2

as in attached

Related Words

• attached
• bound
• fastened
• embedded
• entrenched
• implanted
• clamped
• impacted
• anchored
• immovable
• glued
• cemented
• bonded
• unyielding
• stuck
• frozen
• tight
• wedged
• lodged
• jammed
• firm
• snug
• set
• fast

Dissimilar Words

• loose
• insecure
• unsecured
• detached
• unattached
• freed
• movable
• undone
• unbound
• loosened
• yielding
• dislodged
• unfastened

secured

2 of 2

verb

past tense of secure

1

as in defended

to drive danger or attack away from

sent troops to secure the city

Synonyms & Similar Words

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

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

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

2

as in assured

to make sure, certain, or safe

a retirement account that will help to secure our future

Synonyms & Similar Words

• assured
• ensured
• guaranteed
• insured
• cinched
• guarantied
• iced
• promised
• certified
• vouched
• attested
• witnessed
• pledged
• warranted
• swore

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• weakened
• undermined
• enfeebled

3

as in fastened

to put securely in place or in a desired position

candidates for admission are asked to secure a recent photo to their application forms

Synonyms & Similar Words

• fastened
• clamped
• anchored
• hitched
• caught
• fixed
• moored
• set
• embedded
• stuffed
• wedged
• lodged
• implanted
• entrenched
• ingrained

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• loosened
• unfastened
• loosed
• pulled
• unloosed
• extracted
• unloosened
• yanked
• prized
• uprooted
• tore (out)
• wrested
• pried
• rooted (out)
• unfixed

4

as in earned

to receive as return for effort

finally secured a job after sending out dozens of applications

Synonyms & Similar Words

• earned
• won
• gained
• reaped
• garnered
• made
• obtained
• got
• landed
• attained
• acquired
• procured
• captured
• realized
• carried
• achieved
• brought in
• bagged
• drew
• came by
• knocked down
• pulled down
• accomplished
• netted
• scored
• accumulated
• occupied
• amassed
• regained
• cleared
• annexed
• grossed
• recaptured
• caught
• notched (up)
• reacquired
• took over
• racked up
• picked up
• remade
• reattained

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• lost
• paid
• forfeited
• granted
• gave
• accorded
• yielded
• surrendered
• gave up
• relinquished
• handed over
• parted (with)

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of secured

Adjective

If the death benefit isn't sufficient to compensate the grandchildren, the trust can provide them with a secured note, placing a lien on the family business, according to Fox. — Hayley Cuccinello, CNBC, 27 Aug. 2026

Then, in 2023, Bhumjaithai secured control of the powerful Ministry of Interior, which oversees local governance in Thailand, including more than 70,000 village headmen. — Duncan McCargo, Foreign Affairs, 24 Aug. 2026

It was measured by the frequency with which a firm took a leading role in investment rounds and secured board representation in its portfolio companies. — Time Staff, Time, 18 Aug. 2026

Consider what someone would need to access your devices, online accounts, safe, storage unit, or other secured property. — Encyclopedia Britannica, 18 Aug. 2026

Alev recommends starting your credit card journey with secured credit cards. — Adriana Morga, Fortune, 15 Aug. 2026

Lindsey Graham always had a deep appreciation for earpieces, motorcades, and heavily secured environments. — Mark Leibovich, The Atlantic, 28 July 2026

Thompson secured council permission before raising the funds to turn the shelter from shabby to chic. — Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 26 July 2026

Since 2021, the county has filed murder charges in 44 fentanyl overdose cases and secured convictions in 29, according to an online dashboard. — Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 25 July 2026

Verb

Philadelphia School District officials told CBS News Philadelphia that schools are responsible for determining how students' devices will be secured during the school day. — Wakisha Bailey, CBS News, 24 Aug. 2026

Knizner secured the ball, but the winning run scored as Knizner couldn’t get his foot on the plate. — Justice Delos Santos, Mercury News, 23 Aug. 2026

Thin straps also wrapped around the musician’s ankles, secured in place with adjustable buckle closures that kept the shoes secure. — Amina Ayoud, Footwear News, 23 Aug. 2026

The Fever, meanwhile, have already secured a spot, courtesy of the Portland Fire’s loss on Friday night, but the battle for seeding continues. — Annie Costabile, New York Times, 23 Aug. 2026

The company also secured more than $5 million in grant funding from the National Science Foundation, ARPA-E, and the NJEDA, the press release concluded. — Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 22 Aug. 2026

Barboza, who hadn't secured a win since October 2023 and had taken significant damage in recent bouts, laid his gloves down in the octagon. — Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 16 Aug. 2026

Coming two days after being eliminated in the Leagues Cup, this was the first time LAFC had not secured points in MLS since falling at Nashville on May 17. — Josh Gross, Daily News, 16 Aug. 2026

The massive jackpot — secured by matching white balls 4, 26, 66, 67, 69 and red Powerball 9 — was the eighth largest lottery prize in history, and the second largest in the state. — Rachel Raposas, PEOPLE, 15 Aug. 2026