shielded

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. verb protect, hide, or conceal from danger or harm
  2. verb hold back a thought or feeling about
  3. adjective (used especially of machinery) protected by a shield to prevent injury

Synonyms

shield, screen

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