Definition

Not involving bloodshed or violence; peaceful.

Example

The unbloody resolution of the conflict surprised everyone.

Conversation

I finally watched that new horror movie everyone is talking about.

Oh really? Was it as scary as they say?

Actually, it was pretty unbloody for a horror film.

That's interesting! I might give it a try then.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unbloody → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "bloody" (from Old English "blōdig", meaning covered with blood or characterized by blood). The word "unbloody" means not characterized by blood or violence.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') and 'covered with blood' ('bloody') to remember that 'unbloody' means something that is not bloody or violent.

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