Synonyms for

Safety

Verb / ˈseɪfti: / Another word for safety — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The condition of being protected from harm, danger, or injury.

Synonyms & similar words

guard safe safetydevice refuge danger basehit rubber prophylactic condom security protection safeguarding well-being care shelter defense guardian assurance insurance coverage savings precaution sentry watchfulness caution alertness heedfulness preparedness proviso

Synonyms by register

Formal

security protection assurance well-being

Informal

security peace of mind being safe

Literary

sanctuary refuge shelter

Antonyms

danger risk peril hazard insecurity vulnerability

Common collocations

  • safety measures
  • safety net
  • safety first
  • safety equipment
  • road safety
  • fire safety
  • personal safety
  • child safety

Word family

noun safety
adjective safe

Usage note

While 'safety' and 'security' are often used interchangeably, 'safety' typically refers to protection from physical harm or danger, whereas 'security' can also refer to protection from threats like crime or espionage.

Example sentences

  1. Always wear a seatbelt for your safety when riding in a car.
  2. I put on a life jacket for my safety when I go boating.
  3. The construction workers wear hard hats for their safety.
  4. My parents told me to never talk to strangers for my safety.
  5. The school has fire drills to ensure the safety of the students.

Quotes

  • Safety is not an option; it is a necessity.
  • Better a thousand times careful than once dead.
  • Safety is a cheap and effective insurance policy.

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