unguarded

• Descreve um momento ou ação que não está protegido ou sob vigilância; frequentemente se refere a um instante de descuido ou falta de atenção.

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.

   Desprotegido

   • 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.

   Sinônimosdefenselessexposedundefendedunprotectedunsecuredunshieldedvulnerable

   Antônimosguardedprotectedsafesecure

2. Careless or without cautionB2formal

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

   Descuidado

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

   Sinônimoscarelessimpulsiveincautiousindiscreetrecklessthoughtlessunthinking

   Antônimoscarefulcautiousguardedprudentwary