risk — the possibility of something bad happening; a situation involving danger
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the possibility of something bad happening; a situation involving danger
Pronunciation (IPA): /rɪsk/
Korean meaning: 위험, 위험성, 모험
Korean pronunciation: **리**스크
Example Sentences
- He decided to risk eating street food despite his sensitive stomach.
- The biggest risk in online shopping is buying clothes that don't fit.
- Smoking increases the risk of serious health problems.
risk
NOUN//rɪsk//
the possibility of something bad happening; a situation involving danger
the possibility of something bad happening; a situation involving danger
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Italian 'risico' or Spanish 'riesgo', likely derived from Arabic 'rizq' (fortune, chance) or possibly from Greek 'rhiza' (root, cliff). The word entered European languages through Mediterranean trade routes during the medieval period.
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📝Examples
“He decided to risk eating street food despite his sensitive stomach.”
“The biggest risk in online shopping is buying clothes that don't fit.”
“Smoking increases the risk of serious health problems.”
“She risked being late to avoid the crowded subway.”
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