unguarded
word
Definition
Not protected or watched over; also used to describe a person who is not careful about what they say or do, often revealing their true feelings or thoughts.
Usage & Nuances
Often used for places or things left without protection, but also metaphorically for people showing feelings or making honest, spontaneous remarks ('unguarded moment', 'unguarded comment'). Not slang, but usually informal.
Spanish: desprotegido - descuidado - sin vigilanciaPortuguese (BR): desprotegido - distraído - sem vigilânciaPortuguese (PT): desprotegido - distraído - sem vigilânciaChinese (Simplified): 无人看守的 - 毫无防备的Chinese (Traditional): 無人看守的 - 毫無防備的Hindi: असुरक्षित - बेपरवाहArabic: غير محروس - غير محمي
Example Sentences
The house was left unguarded all night.
basic
He made an unguarded comment in the meeting.
basic
Don’t leave your bag unguarded at the airport.
basic
In an unguarded moment, she admitted her fears.
natural
His answer was so unguarded that everyone was surprised.
natural
The conversation turned personal, and he got a bit unguarded.
natural