Definitions
There are 6 meanings of the word
Risk.
How to pronounce risk:
US
Risk - as a noun
A source of danger; a possibility of incurring loss or misfortune
Example: "Drinking alcohol is a health hazard"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
endangerment16hazard19jeopardy21peril7Hypernyms (Closely Related)
danger8Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
A venture undertaken without regard to possible loss or injury
Example: "He saw the rewards but not the risks of crime"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
danger8peril7Hypernyms (Closely Related)
venture10Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
The probability of becoming infected given that exposure to an infectious agent has occurred
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
risk of infectionRisk - as a verb
Expose to a chance of loss or damage
Example: "We risked losing a lot of money in this venture"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
lay on the lineput on the lineHypernyms (Closely Related)
assay8attempt11essay8seek8try6Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Take a risk in the hope of a favorable outcome
Example: "When you buy these stocks you are gambling"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
adventure13chance13gamble11hazard19run a risktake a chancetake chancesHypernyms (Closely Related)
assay8attempt11essay8seek8try6Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"Investing in stocks comes with a certain amount of risk."
"He took a risk by starting his own business."
"There is always a risk of injury when playing contact sports."
"The doctor explained the risks of the surgery to the patient."
"Skiing off-piste carries a higher risk compared to skiing on groomed slopes."
Word Game Points
Is RISK a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, risk is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
RISK has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.
Is RISK a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, risk is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordRISK has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 8.
Is RISK a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, risk is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordRISK has a WORDFEUD points total of 8.
