Harmless

/ˈhɑːrmləs/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

not causing or capable of causing harm; safe.

The snake was identified as harmless, so the children felt safe playing near it.

gentle and not likely to offend or provoke.

His joke was intended to be harmless, but it ended up upsetting a few people.

innocuous or lacking any dangerous properties.

The medicine is harmless when taken as directed.

Middle English 'harmles', from 'harm' + '-less'

harmless prank:

a joke that is not meant to hurt anyone

harmless fun:

entertaining activities that do not cause any danger

chill

It's just a harmless hangout, nothing serious.

low stakes

That game was just a harmless competition, all in good fun.