Another word for guarded

guarded Synonyms

guarded

modif.

Protected
safeguarded, secured, defended; see safe 1.
Cautious
circumspect, attentive, overcautious; see careful.

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He was guarded again.
She seemed much less guarded than when they met.
The humor in Sarah's eyes was immediately replaced with concern - and then a guarded expression.
His was a smile that reached the eyes, where a spark of guarded humor glimmered.
His gaze was wary and moving, and he was guarded once more.

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