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armor Synonyms

Another word for armor

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• noun (Context 1)

A tough, protective outer layer or covering, historically made of metal or leather, worn by soldiers or warriors to prevent injury in battle.

Usage Example

"The medieval knight meticulously polished his heavy suit of mail before the royal jousting tournament."

Strong
mail
Weak
cuirass

• noun (Context 2)

A hardened, defensive covering or structural plating used to protect vehicles, ships, buildings, or animals from physical attacks and environmental hazards.

Usage Example

"The new infantry fighting vehicle features advanced composite plating designed to withstand anti-tank munitions."

Strongest
plating
Strong
shielding
carapace

• verb (Context 3)

To equip, cover, or reinforce with a protective layer or defensive plating.

Usage Example

"The military engineers worked overnight to shield the troop transport vehicles before the convoy departed."

Strongest
shield
Strong
fortify
reinforce
protect

• noun (Context 4)

A psychological or emotional defense mechanism used to protect oneself from distress, criticism, or vulnerability.

Usage Example

"Over the years, she developed a thick defense of sarcasm to hide her deep-seated insecurities."

Strong
defense
shield

• verb (Context 5)

To provide someone or oneself with a psychological or emotional defense against adversity, pain, or criticism.

Usage Example

"He armored himself against the harsh realities of the corporate industry by maintaining a stoic and detached professional demeanor."

Strong
steel
brace

Opposites of armor

Looking for antonyms? The opposite of armor varies depending on the context. Here are a few common opposites:

expose
vulnerability
weaken
See all opposites of armor

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