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warded

The word “warded” has 2 syllables: war-ded.

It's pronounced as /ˈwɔːrdɪd/.

What is synonym and antonym for warded?

In the thesaurus, “warded” has 9 synonyms and 11 antonyms.

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

Synonyms for warded

  • covered
  • defended
  • guarded
  • protected
  • safeguarded
  • screened
  • secured
  • sheltered
  • shielded

Antonyms for warded

  • assailed
  • assaulted
  • attacked
  • exposed
  • liable
  • likely
  • open
  • prone
  • sensitive
  • susceptible
  • vulnerable

Meanings of warded

  • verb
    1. To keep in safety, to watch over, to guard.
    2. To defend, to protect.
    3. To fend off, to repel, to turn aside, as anything mischievous that approaches; -- usually followed by off.
    4. To be vigilant; to keep guard.
    5. To act on the defensive with a weapon.
  • adjective
    1. Of a lock: fitted with wards.

Example Sentences

  • She warded off the mosquitoes with a strong insect repellent.
  • The castle was well warded against intruders with high walls and guards.
  • His quick reflexes warded off the attacker's blow.
  • The magician warded off evil spirits with ancient incantations.
  • The vaccine warded off the flu virus effectively this season.

On this page you'll find 20 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to warded, such as: assailed, assaulted, attacked, covered, defended, exposed, guarded.

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