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safety

The word “safety” has 2 syllables: safe-ty

It's pronounced as /ˈseɪfti/

What is synonym and antonym for safety?

In the thesaurus, “safety” has 5 synonyms and 9 antonyms.

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

Synonyms for safety

Antonyms for safety

Meanings of safety

  • noun
    1. The condition or feeling of being safe; security; certainty.
    2. A mechanism on a weapon or dangerous equipment designed to prevent accidental firing.
    3. An instance of a player being sacked or tackled in the end zone, or stepping out of the end zone and off the field, resulting in two points to the opposite team.
    4. Any of the defensive players who are in position furthest from the line of scrimmage and whose responsibility is to defend against passes as well as to be the tacklers of last resort.
    5. A safety squeeze.
    6. Preservation from escape; close custody.
    7. A safety bicycle.
  • verb
    1. To secure (a mechanical component, as in aviation) to keep it from becoming detached even under vibration.
    2. To secure a firing pin, as in guns, to keep the gun from firing.

Example Sentences

  • Always prioritize your safety when operating heavy machinery.
  • The school has strict rules to ensure the safety of all students.
  • The lifeguard closely monitored the swimmers to guarantee their safety.
  • The company invested in advanced technology to enhance workplace safety.
  • Wearing a helmet is essential for the safety of cyclists on the road.

On this page you'll find 14 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to safety, such as: danger, distress, endangerment, freedom, guard, hazard, jeopardy.

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

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safeguarding

safeness

  • bond
  • care
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  • surveillance

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