hochriskant
Translation
high-risk, highly risky
Examples
Diese Investition ist hochriskant.
This investment is highly risky.
Er liebt hochriskante Sportarten.
He loves high-risk sports.
Grammar Patterns
((as a predicative adjective)) to be highly risky The venture is highly risky.
Similar Words
Synonyms: gewagt (daring), gefährlich (dangerous); Antonyms: sicher (safe), risikoarm (low-risk)
Etymology
Composed of `hoch` (high) and `riskant` (risky). Literally means 'high-risky'.
Memory Tips
Imagine a 'high risk' scenario, such as a daring business venture or skydiving.