Synonyms for

Innocuous

Verb / ˌɪˈnɑ:kju:ʌs / Another word for innocuous — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

not harmful or offensive

Synonyms & similar words

innocent unobjectionable noxious safe harmless benign inoffensive unobjectionable non-threatening non-dangerous mild gentle tame peaceful calm tranquil serene placid quiet relaxing soothing pleasant

Example sentences

  1. The medicine is innocuous and won't make you sick.
  2. The spider in the corner of the room was innocuous and posed no threat to anyone.
  3. The joke was innocuous and didn't offend anyone.
  4. The movie was innocuous and suitable for children to watch.
  5. The plant was innocuous and didn't cause any allergies.

Quotes

  • Innocuous as it may at first appear, the power to invade privacy by means of access to the details of our lives must be recognized as a fundamental human right.
  • The innocuous way to deal with insults is to take them as humor.
  • Innocuous in appearance, deadly in practice.

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