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inocuo

/iˈnɔ.ku.u/advanced Level

English Meaning & Definitions

1.adjective

Not harmful or injurious; harmless; producing no injury.

Example Sentences:
  • A substância química utilizada no laboratório é totalmente inócua.
  • Ele fez um comentário inócuo que não tinha a intenção de ofender ninguém.
2.adjective

Lacking force, effectiveness, or significance; insipid or bland.

Example Sentences:
  • O projeto de lei tornou-se inócuo após tantas emendas e cortes.
  • Suas críticas foram inócuas e não afetaram o resultado da eleição.
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Cultural Origin & Etymology

From Latin innoxius, meaning 'harmless' or 'innocent' (from in-, meaning 'not', plus noxius, meaning 'hurtful' or 'harmful'). Related to the English word 'innocuous'.

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Think of 'inocuous' in English—inócuo looks and means almost the exact same thing (harmless).

Frequently Asked Questions About “inocuo

1. What is the meaning of “inocuo” in English?

In English, inocuo (adjective) is defined as: “Not harmful or injurious; harmless; producing no injury.”.

2. How do you use “inocuo” in a sentence?

A substância química utilizada no laboratório é totalmente inócua.

3. What are English synonyms of “inocuo”?

Common synonyms include:inofensivo,indolor,ineficaz,inútil

4. What is the etymology and word origin of “inocuo”?

From Latin innoxius, meaning 'harmless' or 'innocent' (from in-, meaning 'not', plus noxius, meaning 'hurtful' or 'harmful'). Related to the English word 'innocuous'.