safe

Out of danger

While it has use as a noun and adverb, safe is mainly an adjective whose meanings are related to the idea of security and freedom from distress: We arrived safe and sound.

A safe place or route is one that can be used without danger.

If it is safe to do something, you can do it without risk of harm: Is it safe to drink the water?

If you play it safe, you act in a way that avoids risk.

A safe bet is an option that seems likely to have a good outcome.

As a noun, safe mainly denotes a sturdy, rigid receptacle for storing valuables: Each room in the hotel has a small safe.

risk-free
harmless
Causing no injury
innocuousCausing no harm
nontoxicNot harmful if consumed
benignNot harmful or threatening
gentle · mild · nonhazardous · risk-free · low-risk · foolproof · reliable · trustworthy · dependable · guaranteed

protection
secure
Protected from harm
protectedKept from harm
guardedWary and restrained
shelteredKept safe from harm
shielded · defended · unharmed · unthreatened · out of harm's way · sanctuary · haven · refuge · asylum · precaution

stable
steady
Fixed, not fluctuating
soundAudible wave phenomenon
solidFirm matter state
secureProtected from harm
firm · sturdy · stable · settled · anchored · grounded · balanced · level · even · reliable

secure-storage
vault
Secure storage chamber
strongboxSecured container for valuables
lockboxSecured container for valuables
strongroomFortified chamber for valuables
repository · combination lock · cash box · valuables · jewels · documents · securities · key · dial · steel

comfortable
snug
Comfortably close-fitting
cozyWarm and snug
warmModerately heated, or friendly
reassuredHad confidence restored
at ease · relaxed · peaceful · calm · tranquil · serene · content · comforted · unbothered · unworried

contraceptive
sex
Reproductive category or act
protectionGuarding against harm
condomContraceptive sheath worn internally
barrierObstruction preventing passage
STI prevention · pregnancy prevention · responsible · precaution · latex · unprotected · risk reduction · partner · intimacy · consent

baseball
base
Supporting bottom structure
home plateScoring base in baseball
slideSmooth continuous movement
tagIdentifier or classifier
runner · throw · out · call · umpire · steal · infield · first base · second base · third base

Categories
adjectivesbig, urgent, amazing, temporary, bold
kid-friendlyG-rated, kid-friendly, age-appropriate, wholesome, non-violent
family-friendlywholesome, kid-friendly, G-rated, PG, all ages
good feelingshappy, joy, content, pleased, glad
relaxationrelax, naps, break, rest, calm
safety phraseswarning, danger, caution, careful, watch out

Opposites
danger/harm
safedangerous
Apt to cause harm
unsafe · hazardous · perilous · treacherous · harmful
security/vulnerability
safevulnerable
Open to attack
exposed · unprotected · endangered · insecure · unguarded
behavioral caution
safereckless
Carelessly ignoring danger
daring · bold · rash · incautious · audacious

Phrases
safe and soundUnharmed and protected
stay safeRemain unharmed, unhurt
safety netProtection against failure
play it safeAvoid unnecessary chances
safety pinsShielded-point fasteners
better safe than sorryPrudence over risk

Family
safety, unsafe, safeguard, safely, safer, safeguards, safes, safest, safekeeping

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Profile: Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G