No. 4,223 in German
bewaffnet
Armed.
In a sentence
Der Täter war mit einem Messer bewaffnet.
The perpetrator was armed with a knife.
Here, 'bewaffnet' is used to describe someone as carrying a weapon, specifying the tool used for armament.
Sie fühlte sich bewaffnet mit Wissen und Erfahrung.
She felt armed with knowledge and experience.
In this sentence, 'bewaffnet' is used metaphorically to indicate preparedness or empowerment through non-physical resources.
Das Gebäude wird durch bewaffnete Sicherheitskräfte geschützt.
The building is protected by armed security forces.
Here, 'bewaffnet' is used as an adjective describing security forces that are equipped with weapons for protection.
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