risk
word
/ˈɹɪsk/
risk
/ɹˈɪsk/
risk
Definition
The possibility that something bad, harmful, or unwanted may happen. It can also mean the chance of losing something or being in danger when you do a certain action.
Usage & Nuances
Common patterns: 'a risk of' something, 'take a risk', 'high/low risk', and 'at risk'. As a verb, 'risk' means to put something in possible danger: 'risk your job'. 'Danger' is more direct and immediate; 'risk' focuses on possibility.
Spanish: riesgoPortuguese (BR): riscoPortuguese (PT): riscoChinese (Simplified): 风险Chinese (Traditional): 風險Hindi: जोखिमArabic: خطرBengali: ঝুঁকিRussian: рискJapanese: リスクVietnamese: rủi roKorean: 위험Turkish: risk - tehlike (ihtimal olarak)Urdu: خطرہIndonesian: risiko
Example Sentences
Don't risk it if you're not sure.
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Smoking increases the risk of heart disease.
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There is a risk of rain this afternoon.
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He did not want to risk his money.
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Kids who spend too much time online may be at risk of sleep problems.
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I know it's a risk, but I think the idea could really work.
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