Lares praestites is a Latin term that refers to the protective household deities in ancient Roman religion. These deities were believed to watch over the home and its inhabitants, safeguarding them from harm. While there are no direct English synonyms for lares praestites, there are several related terms that can convey a similar meaning. These include guardian spirits, protective gods, household deities, or patron deities. Each of these terms emphasizes the idea of a divine presence watching over and protecting a particular place or group of people, much like the lares praestites in Roman religion.