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Meaning of unprotected
The primary meaning of "unprotected" refers to something or someone that is not defended or shielded against harm, injury, or damage.
Etymology of unprotected
The word "unprotected" is derived from the prefix "un-" meaning "not" and the word "protected", which comes from the Latin "protectus", the past participle of "protegere", meaning "to cover" or "to shield"
The word has been in use since the 15th century to describe something or someone that lacks defense or protection
Synonyms
exposed
vulnerable
defenseless
unprotected
unguarded
open
susceptible
weak
fragile
delicate
sensitive
insecure
unshielded
undefended
unsecured
naked
barren
undefendable
assistless
unassisted
unsupported
unaided
unarmed
innocent
naive
inexperienced
imperiled
threatened
at risk
in danger
precarious
unstable
volatile
sensitive
impressionable
Definitions
- Not protected or shielded from harm, injury, or damage
- * Not provided with protection or defense, either physical or legal
Usage Examples
- The computer was left unprotected from viruses and malware
- * The hikers were unprotected from the elements and had to take shelter
- * The company's data was unprotected and was stolen by hackers