Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

danger

noun
/ˈdeɪndʒər/
Definition
The possibility of suffering harm or injury.
Examples
  • Driving without a seatbelt is a danger to your safety.
  • She felt a sense of danger when walking alone at night.
  • There was a danger of flooding after the heavy rains.
Meaning
Danger refers to a situation that poses a threat to safety or well-being.
Synonyms
  • hazard
  • risk
  • threat
  • peril
  • menace