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Unprotected

Not protected; lacking defence or protection; exposed.

📖 Definitions of "Unprotected"

adjective
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    Not protected; lacking defence or protection; exposed.

🔄 Synonyms of "Unprotected"

7 synonyms found via WordNet and Google Books.

WordDefinition
openverb(usually not comparable) Physically unobstructed, uncovered, etc.
vulnerableMore or most likely to be exposed to the chance of being attacked or harmed, either physically or emotionally.
nakedBare, not covered by clothing.
exposed(usually followed by to) Open (especially to something), unconcealed and/or unprotected (and therefore vulnerable, susceptible).
unguardedDisplaying a lack of caution or thought.
defenselessLacking any form of defense; vulnerable; open to attack.
unshieldedNot shielded.

↔️ Antonyms of "Unprotected"

Words with the opposite meaning.

WordDefinition
secureverbFree from attack or danger; protected.
protecteddefended

💡 Words with a Similar Meaning to "Unprotected"

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WordDefinition
unguardedDisplaying a lack of caution or thought.
defenselessLacking any form of defense; vulnerable; open to attack.
nakedBare, not covered by clothing.
unshieldedNot shielded.
vulnerableMore or most likely to be exposed to the chance of being attacked or harmed, either physically or emotionally.
exposed(usually followed by to) Open (especially to something), unconcealed and/or unprotected (and therefore vulnerable, susceptible).
open(usually not comparable) Physically unobstructed, uncovered, etc.
defenceless(British spelling) Without defence; undefended.
helplessLacking help; powerless.
unsecuredOf a loan or guarantee, without collateral.
insecureNot comfortable or confident in oneself or in certain situations.
undefendedNot defended.
unsafeNot safe (various senses); dangerous.
destituteLacking money, poor, impoverished; especially, extremely so.
disenfranchisedNot represented; especially, not having the right to vote.
disadvantaged(euphemistic) Poor; in financial difficulties.
underprivilegedDeprived of the opportunities and advantages of others, usually through no fault of one's own.
softEasily giving way under pressure.
protecteddefended
protectionnounThe process of keeping (something or someone) safe.

🏷️ Nouns for "Unprotected"

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