risk

nounB1 · Intermediate

Chance that something bad could happen.

Meaning of «risk»

noun

chance that something bad could happen

Smoking is a serious risk to your health.

Translation

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«risk» in 17 languages

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The difference between similar words

something that may cause harm

dangerthe general word: a chance of being hurtThe sign warns of danger ahead.

riskthe chance that something bad may happenSmoking increases the risk of illness.

hazarda thing that can cause an accident or harmIce on the road is a hazard.

threata sign that something bad may comeThe storm is a threat to the farms.

to put something in danger

endangerput a person or thing in dangerSmoking endangers your health.

threatenbe a danger to somethingPollution threatens many sea animals.

jeopardizeformalput plans or chances at riskOne mistake could jeopardize the whole project.

riskdo something that could cause you to loseHe risked his life to save the dog.

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