
Armed
Security Context
Used to describe personnel or places that have weapons for protection or defense.
The bank employed an armed guard after the recent spate of robberies.
Military Associations
Often used in contexts related to military, police, or security services.
The armed forces were deployed to maintain peace in the troubled region.
Implies Threat
Indicates a heightened sense of danger or seriousness due to the presence of weapons.
The situation escalated when the suspect became armed and dangerous. Compare with
DefendEquipFortifyGuardPrepareReinforceShieldStrengthen
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