Undefended

Pronunciation: /ʌn.dɪˈfɛnd.ɪd/

Definitions of undefended

adjective describing a situation where something is not protected or guarded

Example Sentences

A1 The castle was left undefended during the attack.

A2 The village was vulnerable as it was undefended against potential threats.

B1 The team's goal was left undefended, allowing the opposing team to score easily.

B2 The company's network was left undefended, leading to a breach in security.

C1 The country's borders were left undefended, leaving it open to invasion.

C2 The city's infrastructure was left undefended, making it susceptible to cyber attacks.

Examples of undefended in a Sentence

formal The castle's walls were left undefended during the siege.

informal The house was left wide open and undefended while the owners were away.

slang Leaving your phone unlocked and undefended is just asking for trouble.

figurative Her heart felt undefended after the breakup, vulnerable to further hurt.

Grammatical Forms of undefended

• past tense: undefended
• plural: undefended
• comparative: more undefended
• superlative: most undefended
• present tense: undefend
• future tense: will undefend
• perfect tense: have undefended
• continuous tense: is undefending
• singular: undefended
• positive degree: undefended
• infinitive: to undefend
• gerund: undefending
• participle: undefended

Origin and Evolution of undefended

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Old French

Story behind the word: The word 'undefended' originated from the Old French word 'defendre' meaning to defend or protect.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'undefended' has retained its original meaning of lacking protection or defense, but its usage has expanded to include various contexts beyond physical defense, such as emotional vulnerability or legal matters.