risk
/rɪsk/
chance of harm; dare to face
📚 Meanings
- 1.
The chance that something bad may happen.
"There is always some risk in starting a business."
- 1.
To do something that may cause harm or loss.
"He risked his life to save the child."
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There is always some risk in starting a business.
There is always some risk in starting a business.
He risked his life to save the child.
He risked his life to save the child.
Taking small risks can help you grow.
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How do you pronounce risk?
risk is pronounced [/rɪsk/]. You can hear a native pronunciation on Smoveth.
What does risk mean?
risk means "chance of harm; dare to face". See the meanings and examples higher up on the page for the full picture.
How difficult is risk?
risk is a Elementary-level word.
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Example: "There is always some risk in starting a business." — used to mean "chance of harm; dare to face".
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