harmless

[ˈhɑːmləs]
[ˈhɑɹmləs]
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harmlessly - harmless

An harmless thing or action doesn't hurt anyone.

When we say that something is harmless, we usually mean it's safe and won't cause any problems. For example, if a kid eats some sugar cookies, they might get a stomachache but they're generally considered harmless treats for kids. You can also talk about harmless activities like hiking in the woods or playing with toys - these things are fun without causing harm to anyone. In general, when we call something harmless, we think of it as having no bad effects on people or the environment.

How common is "harmless"?

Word harmless is considered uncommon in modern English.
It has a balanced usage among all categories: speech, fiction, newspapers and academic texts.
Definitions

adjective

  • Incapable of causing harm or danger; safe.

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