safeguards
/ˈseɪfˌɡɑrdz/
NOUN
1. Something that provides protection
Something that serves as a guard, defense, or protective measure against danger, harm, or unwanted outcomes.
1.1. Protective measures or precautions
Measures, procedures, or arrangements designed to prevent harm, reduce risks, and protect people, property, rights, or information.
Synonyms
- protections
- defenses
- precautions
- preventives
- fail-safes
- safety measures
- security measures
- preventive measures
Antonyms
- aggressions
- attacks
- assaults
- offensives
Examples
- Environmental regulations serve as essential safeguards against pollution.
- The company has implemented various safeguards to protect customer data from cyber threats.
- Workplace safety training provides employees with crucial safeguards against accidents.
- The legal system incorporates safeguards to ensure fair and just trials for all.
Related Words
- buffers
- bulwarks
- barriers
- shields
- precautionary measures
- security arrangements
1.2. A person or thing that protects
People, organizations, devices, or other entities that defend or protect someone or something against danger, damage, or harm.
Synonyms
- protectors
- defenders
- guards
- guardians
- shields
- sentinels
Antonyms
- attackers
- aggressors
- assailants
Examples
- International treaties often include diplomatic safeguards to maintain peace.
Related Words
- watchmen
- custodians
- security personnel
- protective barriers
NOUN
2. Documents granting safe passage
Official documents or permissions that allow someone to travel safely through a territory, especially during wartime.
2.1. Safe-conduct documents or travel permissions
Documents or official authorizations that grant a person permission to pass through a territory without being harmed, obstructed, or detained.
Synonyms
Related Words
- travel documents
- authorizations
- clearances
- transit permits
VERB
3. To protect or keep safe
To protect someone or something from danger, harm, damage, or loss.
3.1. Protecting against danger or harm
Taking action to protect people, property, information, or other things from threats, damage, or unwanted interference.
Synonyms
Antonyms
- assails
- attacks
- assaults
- endangers
- jeopardizes
Examples
- The company has implemented various safeguards to protect customer data from cyber threats.
Related Words
- averts
- prevents
- fends off
- wards off
- withstands
- stands up for
3.2. Escorting someone safely
Accompanying or guiding a person through a journey or potentially dangerous situation to ensure their safe passage or arrival.
Synonyms
- escorts
- accompanies
- guides
- conducts
- shepherds
- convoys
Antonyms
- abandons
- deserts
- exposes
- leaves behind
Related Words
- guards
- watches over
- chaperones
- directs
- leads