What is the Opposite(Antonym) of “armless”?

The Opposite(Antonym) of “armless”

The antonyms of armless are armed and able-bodied. The antonym armed refers to having weapons or being equipped with arms, while able-bodied refers to having a complete and functioning body.

Explore all Antonyms of “armless”

• armed
• able-bodied

Definitions and Examples of armed, able-bodied

Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!

armed

Equipped with weapons or having arms.

Example

The police officers were armed with guns and tasers to protect themselves and the public.

able-bodied

Having a complete and functioning body, capable of performing physical tasks without assistance.

Example

The job required someone who was able-bodied and could lift heavy boxes without difficulty.

Key Differences: armed vs able-bodied

• 1. Armed refers to having weapons or arms, while armless means lacking arms.
• 2. Able-bodied refers to having a complete and functioning body, while armless refers specifically to the absence of arms.

Effective Usage of armed, able-bodied

• 1. Military and Law Enforcement: Use armed to describe individuals or groups equipped with weapons.
• 2. Disability and Accessibility: Use able-bodied to describe people who do not have physical disabilities or limitations.
• 3. Inclusive Language: Use armless instead of derogatory terms like 'crippled' or 'handicapped'.

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Remember this!

The antonyms of armless are armed and able-bodied. Use armed to describe individuals or groups equipped with weapons, able-bodied to describe people who do not have physical disabilities or limitations, and armless instead of derogatory terms like 'crippled' or 'handicapped'.