safeguarded (B1)

verb

Pronunciation: /ˈseɪfɡɑːrdɪd/

Definition

Protected against harm or damage.

Examples

• The company's data was safeguarded by advanced encryption.

• Children's welfare must be safeguarded at all times.

• New regulations were introduced to ensure consumer rights were safeguarded.

How to Use safeguarded

safeguard against (prepositional phrase)

To protect from a specific danger or negative outcome. — "These procedures are designed to safeguard against fraud."

safeguard the interests of (collocation)

To protect the rights, property, or welfare of a person or group. — "The union fought to safeguard the interests of its members."

safeguard [noun] (collocation)

To protect a specific thing or concept. — "It is crucial to safeguard our natural resources for future generations."

Synonyms of safeguarded

Words with a similar meaning to safeguarded:

• protected
• defended
• secured
• shielded
• preserved

Antonyms of safeguarded

Words with the opposite meaning to safeguarded:

• endangered
• threatened
• vulnerable

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