Definitions
There are 6 meanings of the word
Risked.
Risked - 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 infectionRisked - 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
"She risked her life to save the drowning child."
"He risked his reputation by speaking out against the powerful politician."
"They risked their savings by investing in a startup company."
"The mountain climber risked falling by attempting the dangerous route."
"She risked being caught by sneaking out of the house at night."
Word Game Points
Is RISKED a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, risked is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
RISKED has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.
Is RISKED a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, risked is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordRISKED has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.
Is RISKED a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, risked is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordRISKED has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.
