Scatheless — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun adjective /ˈskāt͟h/

Meaning & Definition of Scatheless

Scatheless (noun)

  1. harm, injury

Scatheless (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in unharmed, unscathed

    similar: unharmed, unhurt, uninjured, unscathed, all right, alright, safe, secure, hale, healthy, intact, sound, well, whole
    opposite: damaged, harmed, hurt, injured, scathed, wounded, endangered, exposed, imperiled, insecure, liable, open, subject (to), susceptible, threatened, unsafe, violable, vulnerable

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Scatheless

The most common words with a similar meaning to Scatheless:

unharmed, unhurt, uninjured, unscathed, all right, alright, safe, secure, hale, healthy, intact, sound, well, whole

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Scatheless

Words with the opposite meaning of Scatheless:

damaged, harmed, hurt, injured, scathed, wounded, endangered, exposed, imperiled, insecure, liable, open, subject (to), susceptible, threatened, unsafe, violable, vulnerable

Word Forms of Scatheless

Derived words: scatheless (adjective)

Origin & Etymology of Scatheless

Middle English, borrowed from an Old Norse predecessor of Old Icelandic skaði "harm, damage," going back to Germanic *skaþan- (whence also Old English sceaða "injurious person, criminal," (rarely) "injury," Old Frisian skatha, skada "disadvantage," Old Saxon skatho "evildoer" (also skatha "detriment"), Old High German scado "damage, disadvantage, thief," also Gothic (neuter) skaþis "wrongdoing"), derivative of a strong/weak verb represented by Old English sceþþan "to injure, oppress" (past scōd), Old Icelandic skeðja "to hurt," Gothic skaþjan* (past skoþ), going back to Germanic *skaþjan-; further affinities uncertain

First known use: 13th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Scatheless

What does "Scatheless" mean?

"Scatheless" means harm, injury. As an a noun and an adjective, it is defined as: harm, injury.

What is another word for "Scatheless"?

Other words for "Scatheless" include unharmed, unhurt, uninjured, unscathed, all right, alright, safe and secure. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Scatheless" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Scatheless"?

There are 14 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Scatheless". Common alternatives include unharmed, unhurt, uninjured, unscathed, all right, alright, safe, secure, hale and healthy.

What is the opposite of "Scatheless"?

Antonyms of "Scatheless" include damaged, harmed, hurt, injured, scathed, wounded, endangered and exposed.

Is "Scatheless" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Scatheless" can be used as a noun and an adjective, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Scatheless"?

"Scatheless" is pronounced /ˈskāt͟h/.

What is the origin of the word "Scatheless"?

"Scatheless" comes from Middle English, borrowed from an Old Norse predecessor of Old Icelandic skaði "harm, damage," going back to Germanic *skaþan- (whence also Old English sceaða "injurious person, criminal," (rarely) "injury," Old Frisian skatha, skada "disadvantage," Old Saxon skatho "evildoer" (also skatha "detriment"), Old High German scado "damage, disadvantage, thief," also Gothic (neuter) skaþis "wrongdoing"), derivative of a strong/weak verb represented by Old English sceþþan "to injure, oppress" (past scōd), Old Icelandic skeðja "to hurt," Gothic skaþjan* (past skoþ), going back to Germanic *skaþjan-; further affinities uncertain. First known use: 13th century.

What is another word for "Scatheless" meaning "as in unharmed, unscathed"?

When "Scatheless" (adjective) means as in unharmed, unscathed, synonyms include unharmed, unhurt, uninjured, unscathed, all right and alright. Opposites in this sense include damaged, harmed, hurt and injured.