What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
unharming
Example
The medication is unharming and has no side effects. [unharming: adjective]
Example
The activity is unharming and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. [unharming: adjective]
harmless
Example
The spider is harmless and poses no threat to humans. [harmless: adjective]
Example
The joke was harmless and did not offend anyone. [harmless: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Harmless is more commonly used than unharming in everyday language. Harmless is versatile and covers a wide range of contexts, while unharming is less common and may sound too formal or technical in some situations.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between unharming and harmless?
Harmless is more commonly used in both formal and informal contexts, while unharming is less versatile and may sound too formal or technical in some situations.
