unprotected

• Qualifie ce qui n'est pas protégé, défendu ou mis à l'abri d'un danger, d'un préjudice ou d'un accès non autorisé.

Describes something that is not guarded, shielded, or secured against harm, danger, or unauthorized access.

1. Not guarded or defendedB1formal

   Not kept safe from harm, danger, or attack.

   non protégé, sans défense

   • The castle walls left the village unprotected from invaders.
   • Children should not be left unprotected near a busy road.
   • The data was unprotected, making it vulnerable to hackers.

   Synonymesdefenselessexposedinsecureopenundefendedunguardedunsafeunshieldedvulnerable

   Antonymesguardedprotectedsafesecure

2. Without safety measuresB1formal

   Not using or having safety equipment or precautions.

   sans protection

   • He worked with the chemicals unprotected, which was dangerous.
   • Unprotected exposure to the sun can cause skin damage.
   • The workers were unprotected without proper safety gear.

   Synonymesdefenselessexposedunguardedunsafeunsecuredunshieldedvulnerable

   Antonymesguardedprotectedsafesecureshielded

3. Without contraceptionB2formal

   Engaging in sexual activity without using a condom or other contraceptive.

   non protégé (sans contraception)

   • Unprotected sex can lead to unintended pregnancy.
   • Doctors warn about the risks of unprotected intercourse.
   • They discussed the consequences of being unprotected.

   Synonymesbarebackraw