guardian

[gahr-dee-uhn] / ˈgɑr di ən /

NOUN

keeper, protector

Synonyms

STRONG

Cerberus angel attendant baby-sitter champion chaperon chaperone conservator cop curator custodian defender escort guard keeper nurse overseer paladin patrol preserver safeguard sentinel shepherd sitter sponsor superintendent supervisor trustee vigilante warden watchdog

WEAK

bird dog

Example Sentences

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The pieces are like guardian symbols, designed to protect their wearer.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

In your state, would a court need to appoint a guardian?

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

AI can take on some security functions, like quickly screening software for vulnerabilities, but it still makes too many mistakes to be a reliable guardian.

From Barron's • Mar. 30, 2026

"She had a guardian angel watching over her. It could have been much worse."

From BBC • Mar. 24, 2026

The guardian doesn’t want us here,’ muttered the woman.

From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver

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