innocuous
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Adj — Not harmful; unlikely to cause damage or upset.
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Etymology
From Latin innocuus, "harmless" — in- ("not") plus nocuus ("harmful").
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What does “innocuous” mean?
The word “innocuous” means not harmful; unlikely to cause damage or upset. In plain terms, so mild or harmless that it barely registers.
How do you pronounce “innocuous”?
“Innocuous” is pronounced ih-NOK-yoo-uhs (/ɪˈnɑkjuəs/ in IPA).
How do you use “innocuous” in a sentence?
Here is “innocuous” used in a sentence: “It seemed like an innocuous comment, but it started an argument.”
What part of speech is “innocuous”?
“Innocuous” is an adjective.
Where does the word “innocuous” come from?
The word “innocuous” comes from Latin. From Latin innocuus, "harmless" — in- ("not") plus nocuus ("harmful").