Inoffensive

/ˌɪnəˈfɛnsɪv/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Not likely to provoke strong emotional reactions or offense; mild or harmless.

His comments were inoffensive, making it easy for everyone to engage in the discussion.

Free from offense; not insulting or provocative.

The movie's inoffensive humor appealed to audiences of all ages.

Not causing discomfort or harm; bland.

She chose an inoffensive shirt for the formal meeting to avoid drawing attention.

Inoffensive derives from the prefix 'in-' meaning 'not' and 'offensive' meaning 'causing displeasure or resentment'.

inoffensive humor

Humor that is unlikely to offend anyone.

inoffensive remarks

Comments or statements that are not meant to provoke or offend.

inoffensive behavior

Actions that are not likely to upset others.

offensive

Causing someone to feel resentful, upset, or annoyed.

defensive

Used or intended to defend or protect.

Chill

That movie was just chill, nothing offensive at all.

Family-friendly

The show is family-friendly and totally inoffensive.