unguarded

• Décrit un moment ou une action qui n'est pas protégé ou surveillé ; souvent lié à un instant d'inattention ou d'absence de vigilance.

Describes a moment or action that is not protected or watched; often refers to a moment of carelessness or lack of caution.

1. Not protected or defendedB2formal

   Lacking protection, security, or defense.

   non protégé, sans défense

   • The castle's unguarded gate was an easy target for invaders.
   • Leaving your computer unguarded in a public place is risky.
   • The unguarded border allowed illegal crossings.

   Synonymesdefenselessexposedundefendedunprotectedunsecuredunshieldedvulnerable

   Antonymesguardedprotectedsafesecure

2. Careless or without cautionB2formal

   Said or done without careful thought or caution, often revealing true feelings.

   sans retenue, imprudent

   • In an unguarded moment, she revealed her secret.
   • His unguarded comment offended several people.
   • She spoke in an unguarded manner, not realizing the consequences.

   Synonymescarelessimpulsiveincautiousindiscreetrecklessthoughtlessunthinking

   Antonymescarefulcautiousguardedprudentwary