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harmless

[ˈhɑːmləs]

harmless Definition

  • 1not likely to cause harm or injury
  • 2innocuous

Using harmless: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "harmless" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The spider in the corner is harmless.

  • Example

    The joke was harmless and made everyone laugh.

  • Example

    The chemical is harmless to humans but toxic to animals.

  • Example

    The prank was harmless, but it still upset her.

harmless Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for harmless

Phrases with harmless

  • an activity that is not dangerous or harmful, usually done for enjoyment

    Example

    Playing pranks on each other is just harmless fun.

  • a lie that does not cause any harm or damage

    Example

    It was just a harmless lie to protect her feelings.

  • bacteria that do not cause disease or harm to humans

    Example

    Some bacteria are actually harmless and can even be beneficial to our health.

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Summary: harmless in Brief

The term 'harmless' [ˈhɑːmləs] means not likely to cause harm or injury. It can refer to physical objects like spiders or chemicals, as well as non-physical things like jokes or pranks. Common phrases include 'harmless fun,' 'harmless lie,' and 'harmless bacteria.' Antonyms include 'dangerous,' 'hazardous,' and 'toxic.'

How do native speakers use this expression?

Ah,

he's

harmless.