PERIL
(noun, verb)Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Peril.
Peril - as a noun
A source of danger; a possibility of incurring loss or misfortune
Example: "Drinking alcohol is a health hazard"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
endangerment16hazard19jeopardy21risk8Hypernyms (Closely Related)
danger8Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
A state of danger involving risk
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
riskiness13Hypernyms (Closely Related)
danger8Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Peril - as a verb
Pose a threat to; present a danger to
Example: "The pollution is endangering the crops"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
endanger10imperil11jeopardise20jeopardize29menace10threaten11Example Sentences
"The hiker was unaware of the peril that awaited him on the treacherous mountain path."
"The captain steered the ship away from the peril of the storm."
"The superhero risked his life to save the city from peril."
"The reckless driver put many lives in peril on the busy highway."
"The economic recession brought financial peril to many businesses."
Word Game Points
Is PERIL a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, peril is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
PERIL has a SCRABBLE points total of 7.
Is PERIL a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, peril is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPERIL has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 9.
Is PERIL a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, peril is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPERIL has a WORDFEUD points total of 8.
