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safe
adjective as in free from harm
Weak matches
cherished, free from danger, guarded, home free, impervious, impregnable, in safety, inviolable, invulnerable, maintained, out of danger, out of harm's way, preserved, safe and sound, safeguarded, sheltered, shielded, sitting pretty, tended, unassailable, undamaged, under lock and key, under one's wing, unharmed, unhurt, uninjured, unmolested, unscathed, unthreatened, vindicated, watched
adjective as in not dangerous
Weak matches
checked, competent, decontaminated, innocuous, innoxious, inoffensive, neutralized, nonpoisonous, nontoxic, risk-free, riskless, tame, tried-and-true, trustworthy, uninjurious, unpolluted, wholesome
adjective as in cautious, conservative
Strongest matches
Weak matches
buttoned-up, calculating, careful, chary, circumspect, competent, considerate, discreet, gingerly, guarded, on safe side, trustworthy, unadventurous, wary
Example Sentences
She believes it’s important to “save a little something for myself” — and, significantly, as a mother and female artist, to keep her family safe.
None of the drones have been shot down - defence chiefs decided it was safer not to, but that is not a long-term solution.
“Neighbors feared crime, blight and property devaluation. But when they saw what we designed — colorful, open, safe, full of life — many opponents became supporters.”
“The City of Los Angeles is committed to ensuring all of L.A.’s parks are safe, clean, accessible, and enjoyable for Angelenos and visitors alike.”
She said they do have a few “center-right” people who feel “safe” to be part of the community.
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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
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