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Meaning of the word guarded in English

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guarded

US /ˈɡɑːr.dɪd/
UK /ˈɡɑːr.dɪd/
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Adjective

1.

cautious and restrained; reserved

Example:
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He gave a guarded response to the sensitive question.
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Her expression remained guarded throughout the interview.
Synonym:
cautiouscarefulwarycircumspectreserved
Synonym:
openfrankunreserved
2.

protected or watched over

Example:
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The treasure was heavily guarded by armed soldiers.
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The entrance to the facility was well guarded.
Synonym:
protectedsecureddefendedwatched
Synonym:
unguardedunprotected
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