Unarmed

/ʌnˈɑːrmd/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Not equipped with weapons or arms.

The unarmed protestors marched peacefully for their rights.

Lacking any means of defense or protection.

The unarmed soldier was taken by surprise during the ambush.

Referring to a person who is harmless or not threatening.

He approached the unarmed suspect with caution, ensuring his own safety.

From the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' + 'armed', from Old English 'armian'.

unarmed and dangerous

A term describing someone without weapons who is still considered a threat.

armed

Equipped with weapons or arms.

defenseless

Lacking protection or means of defense.

Fighting without weapons.

In the street brawl, he went in unarmed, relying solely on his fists.

Vulnerable to verbal attacks.

In the heated argument, he felt unarmed without solid evidence.