Synonyms for

Unarmed

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

Definition

not carrying a weapon or having any means of defense

Synonyms & similar words

unarm armed disarm defenseless vulnerable unprotected helpless exposed unshielded unguarded open unfortified weaponless unattended unwatched unsecured unwary naked bare stripped uncovered unsheltered unprepared

Synonyms by register

Formal

unweaponed undefended unprotected

Informal

helpless defenseless outgunned

Literary

disarmed unprovided

Antonyms

armed equipped weaponized provided supplied prepared

Common collocations

  • unarmed combat
  • unarmed suspect
  • unarmed man
  • unarmed civilian
  • unarmed robbery
  • unarmed escort
  • unarmed guard

Word family

verb disarm
adjective unarmed

Usage note

Primarily used to describe a person or group lacking weapons. Can also refer to a situation where weapons are not permitted or are absent.

Example sentences

  1. The superhero fought the villain unarmed.
  2. The teacher reminded the students that fighting is not allowed, even if they are unarmed.
  3. The army disarmed the enemy soldiers.
  4. The security guard checked that all visitors were unarmed before entering the building.
  5. The hiker felt exposed and vulnerable when he realized he was unarmed in the wilderness.

Quotes

  • The unarmed tongue can hardly be accused of silence. - Victor Hugo
  • I'd rather have a goddam horse. A horse is at least human, for God's sake. - J.D. Salinger
  • I hope to live to hear that men have forgotten their differences and are working together for their common good. - Harry S. Truman

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