Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
precarious position
Phrase
/prɪˈkeə.ri.əs pəˈzɪʃ.ən/
Definition
A situation that is unstable or uncertain, often involving danger or risk.
Examples
- The climber found himself in a precarious position, teetering on the edge of the cliff.
- Working on the unstable scaffolding put the construction crew in a precarious position.
- The company’s financial status is in a precarious position due to market fluctuations.
Meaning
The term refers to a state of being where safety and stability are not guaranteed, and there may be potential for negative consequences.
Synonyms
- Unstable situation
- Risky position
- Insecure state
- Precarious state
