Definitions
There are 6 meanings of the word
Risks.
Risks - 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 infectionRisks - 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 carries significant risks."
"The company needs to assess the risks before making a decision."
"There are risks associated with traveling to remote areas."
"The risks of smoking are well-known."
"She ignored the risks and went skydiving anyway."
Word Game Points
Is RISKS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, risks is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
RISKS has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.
Is RISKS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, risks is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordRISKS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 9.
Is RISKS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, risks is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordRISKS has a WORDFEUD points total of 9.
