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What is the opposite of safely?

Antonyms of safely include dangerously, unsafely, precariously, insecurely, hazily.

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Safely

Adverb / ˈseɪfli: / Another word for safely — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

In a safe manner; without risk or danger.

Synonyms & similar words

securely carefully prudently guardedly cautiously watchfully attentively circumspectly warily heedfully unharmed unhurt uninjured soundly intact unscathed undamaged protected shielded defended

Synonyms by register

Formal

securely assuredly reliably

Informal

soundly all right okay

Literary

without harm in safety

Antonyms

dangerously unsafely precariously insecurely hazily perilously

Common collocations

arrive safely
land safely
get home safely
return safely
drive safely
escape safely
carry safely

Word family

noun safety

verb safeguard

adjective safe

Usage note

Safely is an adverb modifying a verb, adjective, or another adverb. It is often used with verbs of motion or arrival to indicate a lack of harm or danger.

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