English Synonym Finder

ward

Definitions

A separate room or division in a hospital for a particular class of patients.

An administrative division of a city or borough that typically elects and is represented by a councilor.

A minor or incapacitated person placed under the protection of a legal guardian or a court.

Examples

The nurse checked on the patients in the maternity ward.

He used his umbrella to ward off the heavy rain.

The city council member represents the downtown ward.

Synonyms

protege dependent minor charge pupil fosterling district

Antonyms

guardian protector patron master parent adult independent