guarded

US /ˈɡɑːr.dɪd/

UK /ˈɡɑːr.dɪd/

1.

cautious and restrained; reserved

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He gave a guarded response to the sensitive question.

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Her expression remained guarded throughout the interview.

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cautious careful wary circumspect reserved

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open frank unreserved

2.

protected or watched over

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The treasure was heavily guarded by armed soldiers.

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The entrance to the facility was well guarded.

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protected secured defended watched

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unguarded unprotected

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guard security guard guard dog guard hair guard rail crossing guard cattle guard