secured (B1)

adjective

Pronunciation: /sɪˈkjʊərd/

Definition

Made safe and protected from danger or attack.

Examples

• The building was secured by guards overnight.

• Once the perimeter was secured, the rescue team could enter.

• The children were secured in their car seats before the journey began.

How to Use secured

secured by (prepositional phrase)

Protected or made safe by something or someone. — "The treasure chest was secured by a heavy lock."

secured against (prepositional phrase)

Protected from a specific threat or danger. — "The building was secured against intruders."

Synonyms of secured

Words with a similar meaning to secured:

• safe
• protected
• guarded
• assured

Antonyms of secured

Words with the opposite meaning to secured:

• unsecured
• vulnerable

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