Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
off-guard
adjective
/ˈɔfˈɡɑrd/
Definition
Surprised or caught unprepared.
Examples
- She was caught off-guard by the sudden announcement.
- The unexpected twist in the story left him off-guard.
- Don’t let the prank catch you off-guard!
Meaning
To be taken by surprise or not ready for something unexpected.
Synonyms
- unprepared
- surprised
- taken aback
