Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

riskiest

Adjective
/ˈrɪs.ki.əst/
Definition
The superlative form of ‘risky,’ indicating the highest level of danger or uncertainty.
Examples
  • Investing in startup companies is often considered the riskiest option in the financial market.
  • Choosing to travel during a pandemic is deemed one of the riskiest decisions you can make.
  • Among all the athletes, he took the riskiest approach during the competition, aiming for the gold.
Meaning
When something is described as the riskiest, it means that it carries the greatest chance of loss, harm, or failure compared to other options.
Synonyms
  • most dangerous
  • most hazardous
  • most precarious
  • most uncertain