Synonyms for

Guarding

Verb / ˈgɑ:rdɪŋ / Another word for guarding — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Guarding means protecting or watching over something or someone to keep them safe.

Synonyms & similar words

hold guard defend ward protecting watching defending shielding safeguarding preserving covering ensuring securing patrolling monitoring supervising overseeing

Synonyms by register

Formal

protecting defending supervising overseeing

Informal

watching keeping an eye on looking after minding

Literary

shepherding warding

Antonyms

abandoning neglecting ignoring disregarding unprotecting forsaking

Common collocations

  • guarding the perimeter
  • guarding the treasure
  • guarding against attack
  • guarding the border
  • guarding the secrets
  • guarding the prisoners
  • guarding the property

Word family

noun guard
verb guard
adjective guarded
adverb guardedly

Usage note

The word 'guarding' implies active protection or surveillance. Be mindful of the context; 'guarding' can sometimes imply suspicion or distrust.

Example sentences

  1. The dog is guarding the house.
  2. The police officer is guarding the bank.
  3. The soldier is guarding the border.
  4. The lifeguard is guarding the beach.
  5. The bodyguard is guarding the celebrity.

Quotes

  • The greatest wealth is to live content with little but guarding oneself against poverty. - Plato
  • I'm guarding my heart. That doesn't mean I'm closed off to love or a new relationship, it just means that I'm reserving my heart for that one person who deserves it.
  • I'm the type of person that will stand by your side when you're guarding your mountain of secrets, and I'm not going anywhere.

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