Nocuous and Propitious

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Nocuous adjective - Causing or capable of causing harm.

Usage example: hand washing is one of the easiest ways to help prevent the spread of nocuous germs

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Propitious is an antonym for nocuous.

Propitious adjective - Having qualities which inspire hope.

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Nocuous is an antonym for propitious.

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