Synonyms for
Safety
Definition
The condition of being protected from harm, danger, or injury.
Synonyms & similar words
Synonyms by register
Formal
Informal
Antonyms
Common collocations
- safety measures
- safety net
- safety first
- safety equipment
- road safety
- fire safety
- personal safety
- child safety
Word family
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.
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Example sentences
- Always wear a seatbelt for your safety when riding in a car.
- I put on a life jacket for my safety when I go boating.
- The construction workers wear hard hats for their safety.
- My parents told me to never talk to strangers for my safety.
- 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.