guarded
/ˈɡɑrdɪd/
adjective
- Cautious and careful about what you say or do; not open or frank.
- His guarded manner made it hard for others to get to know him.
- The politician remained guarded during the interview, avoiding any controversial statements.
- She gave a guarded response when asked about her plans.
- Protected or kept safe from harm or danger.
- The treasure was kept in a heavily guarded vault.
- The soldiers guarded the entrance to the camp day and night.
- Her privacy is carefully guarded by her security team.
verb
- Past tense of guard: protected from danger or kept safe.
- The dog guarded the house while the family was away.
- She guarded the secret for years before finally telling someone.
- They guarded the bridge against enemy attack.