This is the 1356th most frequent Russian word.
вооруженные
Armed.
Here, 'вооруженные' is used as an adjective to describe 'силы', emphasizing that the forces are equipped with weapons.
Вооруженные силы страны готовы к защите.
The armed forces of the country are ready to defend.
In this sentence, 'вооруженные' is figuratively used to describe students being equipped not with literal weapons, but with knowledge, representing preparedness and capability.
Вооруженные знанием, студенты успешно прошли экзамен.
Armed with knowledge, the students successfully passed the exam.
Here, 'вооруженные' is used metaphorically to indicate being equipped or prepared through experience.