protected

Guarded from harm

Protected describes something shielded from harm, interference, or unauthorized access.

A protected species has legal safeguards against hunting or habitat destruction.

Protected speech falls under constitutional guarantees.

In computing, protected files or directories have restricted access permissions.

A protected witness receives security from authorities.

The word implies deliberate measures taken to preserve or defend: The data is password-protected.

encrypted

encryption

Converting data into code

cybersecurity · antivirus · VPN · SSL · biometrics · two-factor · privacy · confidentiality · tokenization · anonymization

shielded

armor

Protective combat covering

  • shieldHandheld defensive armor
  • barrierObstruction preventing passage
  • guardWatchful defensive attention

screen · cover · deflector · aegis · visor · goggles · gloves · helmet · padding · insulation

sheltered

haven

Shelter from danger

shelter · retreat · harbor · hideaway · oasis · safety · security · custody · care · safekeeping

sacred

sanctuary

Protected sacred space

hallowed · sacrosanct · inviolable · revered · heritage · landmark · monument · reserve · wildlife · endangered

fortified

fortress

Heavily defended military structure

bastion · rampart · barricade · bulwark · battlement · parapet · watchtower · moat · palisade · entrenchment

insured

coverage

Extent of inclusion

  • policyAdopted principle of action
  • premiumAdded cost for better
  • claimStatement of ownership or truth

deductible · beneficiary · underwriter · liability · indemnity · compensation · reimbursement · policyholder · actuary · adjuster

Categories
Opposites
safety/defense

protectedunprotected

Without safeguard or shield

vulnerable · defenseless · exposed · endangered · unsafe

exposure/concealment

protectedexposed

Out in open

uncovered · open · unsheltered · unshielded · bare

legal/official status

protectedunprotected

Without safeguard or shield

unregulated · unrestricted · public domain · open season · undesignated

Phrases
Family

protect, protection, protective, protector, protecting, protects, unprotected, protections, protectors

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G