risk
Translation
risk, danger, hazard, peril
Examples
There is a high risk of an accident.
There is a high risk of an accident.
He took a big risk by starting his own business.
He took a big risk by starting his own business.
Smoking is a serious health risk.
Smoking is a serious health risk.
Grammar Patterns
a risk of ((-ing/sth.)) a possibility of sth. bad happening There is a risk of flooding.
to take a risk to do sth. that might have a bad result She took a risk and invested her money.
at risk in a situation where sth. bad might happen The building is at risk of collapse.
Similar Words
Synonyms: danger, hazard, peril; Antonyms: safety, security
Etymology
From Italian 'risco' (cliff), referring to the danger of navigating around cliffs.
Memory Tips
Imagine someone walking on a tightrope. That's a big 'risk'.