Meaning & Definition of word "Harmless"
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Harmless
/ˈhɑːrmləs/
adjective:
- 1. not causing or capable of causing harm; safe.
- Example: The snake was identified as harmless, so the children felt safe playing near it.
- 2. gentle and not likely to offend or provoke.
- Example: His joke was intended to be harmless, but it ended up upsetting a few people.
- 3. innocuous or lacking any dangerous properties.
- Example: The medicine is harmless when taken as directed.
Etymology
Middle English 'harmles', from 'harm' + '-less'
Common Phrases and Expressions
harmless prank:
a joke that is not meant to hurt anyone
harmless fun:
entertaining activities that do not cause any danger
Related Words
no harm:
a phrase indicating that there is no injury or damage
harmlessness:
the quality of being harmless
Slang Meanings of harmless
Meaning: chill
Example Sentence: It's just a harmless hangout, nothing serious.
Meaning: low stakes
Example Sentence: That game was just a harmless competition, all in good fun.