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Antonyms of garde include neglect, disregard, ignorance, indifference, carelessness.

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Garde

Noun / gɑ:rd / Another word for garde — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The word 'garde' is a French word that means 'guard' in English. It refers to a person who protects or watches over something.

Synonyms & similar words

guard watchman sentinel protector defender keeper custodian warden patrol sentry vigilant security shield lookout caretaker guardian supervisor overseer watcher chaperone

Synonyms by register

Formal

vigilance watchfulness alertness caution

Informal

lookout heads-up watch

Literary

sentinel ward

Antonyms

neglect disregard ignorance indifference carelessness inattention

Common collocations

keep guard
on guard
stand guard
under guard
guard duty
guard dog
bodyguard
guard rail

Word family

noun guard

verb guard

adjective guarded

Usage note

The word 'garde' is an archaic or literary term, primarily used in French contexts or older English literature. In modern English, 'guard' is the standard and widely used term for both the noun and verb.

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