unarmed

The word “unarmed” has 3 syllables: un-arm-ed

It's pronounced as /ˌʌnˈɑːrmd/


What is synonym and antonym for unarmed?

In the thesaurus, “unarmed” has 31 synonyms and 25 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for unarmed along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for unarmed

  • abandoned
  • defenseless
  • disarmed
  • exposed
  • feeble
  • frail
  • hands tied
  • helpless
  • high and dry
  • indefensible
  • like a sitting duck
  • marooned
  • naked
  • open
  • overcome
  • passive
  • powerless
  • resistless
  • susceptible
  • uncovered
  • undefended
  • unguarded
  • unprotected
  • unresistant
  • unsafe
  • unshielded
  • untenable
  • vulnerable
  • weak
  • weaponless
  • wide open

Antonyms for unarmed

Meanings of unarmed

  • adjective
    1. Defenceless and lacking weapons or armour.
    2. Not carrying arms.
    3. Not having thorns or claws etc.
    4. Unaided, as of the vision without a glass.

Example Sentences

  • The soldier bravely faced the enemy unarmed.
  • It was a peaceful protest, the demonstrators were unarmed.
  • The security guard realized he was unarmed when faced with the intruder.
  • The police officer approached the suspect cautiously, knowing they were unarmed.
  • He felt vulnerable and exposed unarmed in the dangerous neighborhood.

On this page you'll find 56 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to unarmed, such as: abandoned, able, almighty, armed, armored, covered, defenseless.

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