Synonyms for

Armoured

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

Definition

protected with armor or made of armor

Synonyms & similar words

unarmored armor armored armour armored protected fortified shielded hardened reinforced covered cased encased coated plated sheathed guarded defended secured barricaded bulwarked girded fenced

Synonyms by register

Formal

protected defended fortified shielded

Informal

tough hardened reinforced

Literary

plated steel-clad iron-clad

Antonyms

unprotected vulnerable defenseless exposed unarmored unshielded

Common collocations

  • armoured vehicle
  • armoured division
  • armoured fist
  • armoured personnel carrier
  • armoured car
  • armoured cruiser
  • armoured train

Word family

noun armour
verb armour
adjective armoured
adverb armouredly

Usage note

Primarily used in British English; American English typically uses 'armored'. Refers to protection against attack, often with metal plating.

Example sentences

  1. The tank was heavily armoured to protect the soldiers inside.
  2. The police car was armoured to protect the officers during high-risk situations.
  3. The castle was armoured with thick walls and a moat to keep enemies out.
  4. The armoured truck was used to transport money safely.
  5. The knight's armoured suit made him feel invincible in battle.

Quotes

  • I am an armoured train; all my life I have faced the enemy. - Paul Nash
  • I am an armoured horse; all my life I have faced the enemy. - Paul Nash
  • I am an armoured car; all my life I have faced the enemy. - Paul Nash

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