Synonyms for

Protections

Verb / prʌˈtekʃʌnz / Another word for protections — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Protections refer to the act of keeping someone or something safe from harm or danger.

Synonyms & similar words

security shelter aegis protectivecovering tradeprotection protectivecover tribute protection auspices safeguards defenses shields barriers precautions countermeasures insurances cover safeties shelter armour fortress protectionism immunity preservation conservation security

Synonyms by register

Formal

safeguards precautions security measures defenses

Informal

shields covers safety nets backups

Literary

bulwarks ramparts aegis

Antonyms

vulnerability exposure defenselessness insecurity jeopardy danger

Common collocations

  • consumer protections
  • worker protections
  • data protections
  • environmental protections
  • legal protections
  • protections against
  • protections for
  • strong protections

Word family

noun protection
verb protect
adjective protective
adverb protectively

Usage note

The word 'protections' is often used in the plural to refer to specific measures or laws put in place to safeguard something or someone. It can also refer to the act of protecting.

Example sentences

  1. The government has implemented new protections to prevent credit card fraud.
  2. Wearing a helmet is a protection against head injuries while riding a bike.
  3. The vaccine provides protection against the flu.
  4. The firewall is a necessary protection for our computer network.
  5. The company provides its employees with health care protections.

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