well-armed

adjective

1. having many or good weapons

   well-armed forces

2. suitably prepared in advance

   well armed for an argument

Example Sentences

However, what violent extremists perceive as a tacit nod of approval — based on Trump’s own violent rhetoric — could lead to a surge in domestic terrorism in a country that remains anxious, angry and well-armed.

From Los Angeles Times

Iran's so-called "axis of resistance" is an alliance of Tehran-backed groups that include Hamas in Gaza, Hezbollah in Lebanon, the Houthis in Yemen, and well-armed groups in Iraq and Syria.

From BBC

Religious leaders and others also demanded that the government take action to stem the violence in Chiapas, where well-armed gangs far outnumber police and soldiers tasked with enforcing the law.

From Los Angeles Times

The apparent assumption among Hezbollah leaders was that Israel’s exhaustion from its Gaza campaign would mean it had little appetite for an all-out war, especially against a well-armed adversary like Hezbollah.

From Los Angeles Times

For its part, Israel says the proximity of tens of thousands of well-armed Hezbollah fighters poised on its northern border is an untenable threat.

From Los Angeles Times