painless
1 antonyms and opposites of painless, grouped by meaning.
Adjective — Not causing or involving any pain.
Antonyms
How to use painless
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Middle English painles, from pain plus the suffix -less ("without").
Full origin of painless →Frequently asked questions
What does “painless” mean?
The word “painless” means not causing or involving any pain. In plain terms, either physically pain-free, or (more commonly today) easy and hassle-free.
How do you use “painless” in a sentence?
Here is “painless” used in a sentence: “The dentist promised the procedure would be painless.”
What is the opposite of “painless”?
The opposite of “painless” — its antonyms — is painful.
What part of speech is “painless”?
“Painless” is an adjective.
Where does the word “painless” come from?
The word “painless” comes from Middle English. From Middle English painles, from pain plus the suffix -less ("without").
Is “painless” a common word?
“Painless” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “painless” have?
“Painless” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: not causing or involving any pain.