harmless

[ˈhɑːmləs]

harmless Definition

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

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

• innocent
• benign
• safe
• non-dangerous
• non-toxic

Antonyms for harmless

• dangerous
• hazardous
• toxic
• injurious
• perilous

Phrases with harmless

• harmless fun

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

  Example

  Playing pranks on each other is just harmless fun.

• harmless lie

  a lie that does not cause any harm or damage

  Example

  It was just a harmless lie to protect her feelings.

• harmless bacteria

  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.'