Unarmed
/ˌʌnˈɑːrmd/adjective
Not carrying or using any weapons.
The protesters were unarmed, but the police still used force.
Often appears as...
- unarmed civilians
- unarmed protest
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Peaceful Implication
When describing people as 'unarmed,' it implies they are not aggressive and possibly in a vulnerable position.
The villagers were unarmed and posed no threat.
Pro Tip 2/3Police Interactions
In reports of police actions, 'unarmed' emphasizes the subject was without weapons, which can affect public perception.
An unarmed man was shot by the police.
Pro Tip 3/3Conflict Description
In contexts of conflict, 'unarmed' specifics that there is no use of weapons, often implying a peaceful approach.
They maintained an unarmed stance during the disputes.
Compare with
defenceexposehelplesspowerunguardedunprotectedvulnerable
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