armed
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ɑːrmd/
KK: /ɑrməd/
adjective
Definition
Equipped with weapons or tools for defense or attack.
Example
The soldiers were armed and ready for battle.
Comparatives & Superlatives
Comparative: more armed
Superlative: most armed
Conversation
Did you see that movie about the armed robbery?
Yeah, it was so intense!
I can't believe how the armed thieves planned everything out.
Right? It made me think about how realistic it was.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
equipped
furnished
prepared
Antonyms
unarmed
defenseless
vulnerable
verb
Definition
To provide someone or something with weapons or tools for a specific purpose.
Example
The soldiers were armed with rifles before they went into battle.
Tense Forms
Past: armed
Past Participle: armed
Conversation
Did you see how he armed himself with all that knowledge before the debate?
Yeah, it was impressive! He really knew his stuff.
I should probably do the same for my next presentation.
Root Explanation
Armed → It originates from the Old English 'earmian' (meaning to equip or furnish with weapons). The word 'armed' describes being equipped with weapons for defense or attack.
Memory Tip
Think of being 'equipped' with weapons — that's what 'armed' means.
Visually Confused Words
warmed
armied
ared
unarmed
armored
alarmed
ramed
oared