Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
risk
noun
/rɪsk/
Definition
The possibility of loss, injury, or other adverse consequences.
Examples
- Investing in stocks involves a degree of risk.
- She took a risk by starting her own business.
- Assessing the risk of natural disasters is important for city planning.
Meaning
Risk refers to the chance of something negative happening, particularly when making decisions that involve uncertainty.
Synonyms
- danger
- hazard
- peril
- threat
- uncertainty
