Definition

The state of not being protected or watched over, which can lead to vulnerability or exposure to danger.

Example

Her unguardedness in sharing personal information made her an easy target for scams.

Conversation

I think sometimes we act with a bit of unguardedness in our discussions.

Yeah, it can lead to some funny moments, though!

True, but it also makes us vulnerable to misunderstandings.

Exactly! We should be more mindful of what we say.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unguardedness → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "guarded" (from Old French *guarder*, meaning to keep watch or protect) and the suffix "-ness" (meaning the state or quality of). The word describes the state of not being protected or watched over.

Memory Tip

Think of being 'not protected' ('un-') and in a state of being 'watched over' ('guarded') — that's what unguardedness means.

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