safe

The word “safe” has 1 syllable: safe

It's pronounced as /seɪf/


What is synonym and antonym for safe?

In the thesaurus, “safe” has 32 synonyms and 47 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for safe along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for safe

  • alert
  • alright
  • benign
  • careful
  • cautious
  • certain
  • clear
  • definite
  • dependable
  • good
  • harmless
  • healthy
  • innocent
  • intact
  • noncontroversial
  • positive
  • protected
  • protecting
  • prudent
  • pure
  • realistic
  • reliable
  • responsible
  • secure
  • steady
  • strongbox
  • sure
  • true
  • uncontroversial
  • vault
  • wary
  • well

Antonyms for safe

  • adverse
  • bad
  • bold
  • careless
  • controversial
  • damaging
  • dangerous
  • deleterious
  • detrimental
  • doubtful
  • endangered
  • evil
  • exposed
  • false
  • harmful
  • hazardous
  • heedless
  • ill
  • indefinite
  • injurious
  • insecure
  • irresponsible
  • liable
  • noxious
  • open
  • poisonous
  • prejudicial
  • questionable
  • reckless
  • regardless
  • risky
  • susceptible
  • threatened
  • treacherous
  • uncertain
  • undecided
  • unfixed
  • unguarded
  • unmindful
  • unprotected
  • unreliable
  • unsafe
  • unsteady
  • unsure
  • untrustworthy
  • vulnerable
  • wicked

Meanings of safe

  • noun
    1. A box, usually made of metal, in which valuables can be locked for safekeeping.
    2. A condom.
    3. A ventilated or refrigerated chest or closet for securing provisions from noxious animals or insects.
    4. A safety bicycle.
  • verb
    1. To make something safe.
  • adjective
    1. Not in danger; out of harm's reach.
    2. Free from risk.
    3. Providing protection from danger; providing shelter.
    4. When a batter successfully reaches first base, or when a baserunner successfully advances to the next base or returns to the base he last occupied; not out.
    5. Properly secured.
    6. (used after a noun, often forming a compound) Not susceptible to a specified source of harm.
    7. Great, cool, awesome, respectable; a term of approbation, often as interjection.
    8. Lenient, usually describing a teacher that is easy-going.
    9. Reliable; trusty.
    10. Cautious.
    11. Of a programming language, type-safe or more generally offering well-defined behavior despite programming errors.

Example Sentences

  • The sturdy vault ensured the valuables were kept safe from harm.
  • After the storm passed, the residents emerged from their shelters, relieved to find their homes safe.
  • Always wear your seatbelt to keep yourself safe while driving.
  • The lifeguard's watchful eye made the swimming area feel safe for everyone.
  • Ensure the password is strong to keep your online accounts safe from unauthorized access.

On this page you'll find 79 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to safe, such as: adverse, alert, alright, bad, benign, bold, careful.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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