Harmless and Risky

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Harmless adjective - Not causing or being capable of causing injury or hurt.

Usage example: a perfectly harmless little spider

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Risky is an antonym for harmless.

Nearby Words: harm, harmful, harmlessly

Risky adjective - Involving potential loss or injury.

Usage example: a risky new adventure

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Harmless is an antonym for risky in dangerous topic.

Nearby Words: risk, risked, riskily, riskiness, risking

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