SHIELDING Synonyms: 97 Similar and Opposite Words

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adjective

Definition of shielding

as in protecting

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noun

as in safeguarding

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verb

present participle of shield

as in defending

to drive danger or attack away from celebrities who are shielded by a cluster of bodyguards whenever they appear in public

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as in covering

to place a protective layer over she shielded her eyes from the sun with her hand

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Recent Examples of shielding

Noun

Between its snow-shielding winter boots and comfy, reliable walking sneakers, Sorel has become a fan favorite among travelers. — Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 22 June 2026 The latest work examined the internal arrangement and segregation of the reactor system, shielding requirements, and the impact on cargo deck layout and vehicle capacity, alongside stability and trim implications linked to the reactor’s weight and positioning. — Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 12 June 2026

Verb

The Dodgers appear committed to letting Rushing develop through those experiences rather than shielding him from them. — Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 4 July 2026 During the struggle, the complaint says, she was struck while shielding the couple's 7-year-old son. — Jasmine Baehr, FOXNews.com, 3 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for shielding

Recent Examples of Synonyms for shielding

Noun

And if your data needs extra safeguarding, the My Passport SSD comes with 256-bit AES hardware encryption and password protection for a double security whammy.

— Kelsey Fogarty, PC Magazine, 6 July 2026
Recent headlines have prompted difficult but necessary conversations about welfare, safeguarding and accountability in television.

— Emma Pringle, Deadline, 17 June 2026

Definition of safeguarding

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

Definition of protecting

Verb

Weedy vines are the scourge of many shrub plantings, covering them with unwanted foliage that causes their decline.

— Tom MacCubbin, The Orlando Sentinel, 11 July 2026
In our newsroom this summer, 14 are engaged in a professional educational Sacbee course in journalism, working alongside our staff covering local news politics and sports; capturing visuals; and learning the ropes of audience engagement.

— Scott Lebar, Sacbee.com, 11 July 2026

Definition of covering

Noun

That victory led, four years later, to the Coastal Act and creation of the Coastal Commission, whose job was to balance sensible development, habitat protection and conservation, and equitable public access.

— Steve Lopez, Los Angeles Times, 11 July 2026
The lightweight formula is 95% naturally derived, blending vitamin E with antioxidant-rich apricot for hydration and free-radical protection.

— Deanna Pai, Vogue, 10 July 2026

Definition of protection

Verb

While San Francisco’s bullpen is struggling, Rogers is in the midst of another excellent season after signing a three-year, $37 million deal to join the defending American League champions.

— Justice delos Santos, Mercury News, 7 July 2026
After the Times story was published, some Platner supporters pointed to Fifield’s political history when defending him against her claims.

— Jake Tapper, CNN Money, 7 July 2026

Definition of defending

Noun

And before this temporary sheltering, on Day 103 (orbit 1598) of their mission, Adenot captured a striking photograph of Mount Vesuvius from the space station and shared it on social media.

— Chelsea Gohd, Space.com, 8 June 2026
Community members also raised concerns about the sheltering of those displaced, said communication was confusing and people didn’t know what to plan for, and that some experienced price gouging.

— Victoria Le, Oc Register, 27 May 2026

Definition of sheltering

Verb

Police officers were seen by CNN guarding the cemetery entrance and more agents arrived throughout the day as work continued.

— Osmary Hernández, CNN Money, 7 July 2026
Diving for loose balls, boxing out, guarding whoever Steve Kerr told him to, and occasionally making a basket.

— Joseph Dycus, Mercury News, 6 July 2026

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