Synonyms for Inoffensive
Definition of inoffensive
- adjective
- not causing anger or annoyance; "inoffensive behavior"
- giving no offense; "a quiet inoffensive man"; "a refreshing inoffensive stimulant"
- substituting a mild term for a harsher or distasteful one; "`peepee' is a common euphemistic term"
6 synonyms found
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