Unguarded

B2 16+

Pronunciation: /ʌnˈɡɑːrdɪd/

Definitions of unguarded

adjective not protected or defended; vulnerable

Example Sentences

A1 She left her phone unguarded on the table.

A2 The unguarded comments he made got him into trouble.

B1 The unguarded entrance to the building was a security risk.

B2 The unguarded moment of vulnerability allowed her true feelings to show.

C1 The unguarded emails revealed sensitive information to the public.

C2 His unguarded behavior at the party shocked everyone present.

adverb in an unguarded manner

Example Sentences

A1 She left her phone unguarded on the table.

A2 He spoke unguardedly about his feelings.

B1 The gate was left unguarded, allowing easy access to the property.

B2 The journalist's unguarded comments caused a controversy.

C1 The politician's unguarded remarks were captured on camera.

C2 The unguarded moment revealed the true emotions of the actor.

Examples of unguarded in a Sentence

formal The unguarded information was leaked to the public, causing a breach of confidentiality.

informal She left her phone unguarded on the table and someone stole it.

slang Don't leave your drink unguarded at the party, someone might spike it.

figurative His unguarded emotions were evident in his tearful eyes.

Grammatical Forms of unguarded

past tense

unguarded

plural

unguardeds

comparative

more unguarded

superlative

most unguarded

present tense

unguard

future tense

will unguard

perfect tense

have unguarded

continuous tense

is unguarding

singular

unguarded

positive degree

unguarded

infinitive

to unguard

gerund

unguarding

participle

unguarded

Origin and Evolution of unguarded

First Known Use: 1250 year
Language of Origin: Middle English
Story behind the word: The word 'unguarded' originated from Middle English, derived from the Old French word 'ungarder' meaning 'not watchful or vigilant'.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'unguarded' has retained its original meaning of lacking protection or vigilance, but has also evolved to encompass a broader sense of being open, honest, or vulnerable.