Synonyms for

Armed

Verb / ɑ:rmd / Another word for armed — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Equipped with weapons or armor.

Synonyms & similar words

disarm gird arm buildup armless fortify unarmed weaponed munitioned equipped fortified guarded protected strengthened prepared defended secured shielded armored accoutered furnished supplied stocked outfitted provisioned provided

Synonyms by register

Formal

equipped outfitted provided

Informal

packing carrying heeled

Literary

accoutered weaponed

Antonyms

unarmed disarmed defenseless unguarded vulnerable exposed

Common collocations

  • armed forces
  • armed robbery
  • armed escort
  • armed conflict
  • armed struggle
  • armed resistance
  • armed guard

Word family

noun armament
verb arm
adjective armed
adverb armed

Usage note

Often used to describe individuals or groups carrying weapons, or to indicate preparedness for conflict. Can also refer to being equipped with tools or resources.

Example sentences

  1. The police officer was armed with a baton and pepper spray.
  2. The knight was armed with a sword and shield.
  3. The security guard was armed with a taser and handcuffs.
  4. The army was armed with tanks and missiles.
  5. The hunter was armed with a rifle and bullets.

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