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harmlessly

/ˈhɑːrmləsli/
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Adjective:harmless
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• adverb

1

In a way that does not cause physical injury, damage, or danger.

Example

"The small meteor burned up harmlessly in the upper atmosphere long before it could reach the ground."

2

In an innocent, unobjectionable, or inoffensive manner.

Example

"The children spent the afternoon harmlessly teasing each other in the backyard."

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• Rhymes for harmlessly

• Nearby Words

harmfully
harmfulness
harmless
harmlessly
harmlessness
harmonic
harmonica

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Harmlessly. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/harmlessly
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