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nocuous

The word “nocuous” has 3 syllables: noc-u-ous

It's pronounced as /ˈnɑkjuəs/

What is synonym and antonym for nocuous?

In the thesaurus, “nocuous” has 55 synonyms and 35 antonyms.

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

Synonyms for nocuous

Antonyms for nocuous

  • advantageous
  • anodyne
  • beneficial
  • benign
  • benignant
  • curative
  • favorable
  • good
  • harmless
  • healthful
  • healthy
  • helpful
  • hurtless
  • innocent
  • innocuous
  • inoffensive
  • noncorrosive
  • nondestructive
  • nonfatal
  • noninfectious
  • nonlethal
  • nonpoisonous
  • nonpolluting
  • nontoxic
  • nonvenomous
  • palliative
  • propitious
  • remedial
  • safe
  • salubrious
  • salutary
  • secure
  • sound
  • useful
  • wholesome

Meanings of nocuous

  • adjective
    1. Likely to cause harm or damage.

Example Sentences

  • The chemical was found to be mildly nocuous if inhaled.
  • Some plants produce nocuous substances to deter herbivores.
  • The report warned of nocuous effects from prolonged exposure.
  • Even seemingly harmless materials can turn nocuous under certain conditions.
  • The team developed a filter to block nocuous particles from the air.

On this page you'll find 90 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to nocuous, such as: advantageous, adverse, anodyne, bad, baleful, baneful, beneficial.

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