Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

extreme-danger

noun
/ɪkˈstriːm ˈdeɪndʒər/
Definition
A situation that poses a severe and immediate threat to safety or well-being.
Examples
  • Climbing without proper equipment can put a person in extreme danger.
  • During the storm, the residents were warned about the extreme danger of flooding.
  • The explorers faced extreme danger in the uncharted territory.
Meaning
Extreme danger refers to a level of risk that is significantly heightened, where there is a strong possibility of harm or injury occurring.
Synonyms
  • imminent threat
  • grave risk
  • serious peril
  • acute hazard