Risk — synonyms, definition

1. risk (Noun)

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risk (Noun) — A source of danger; a possibility of incurring loss or misfortune. ex. "drinking alcohol is a health risk"

risk (Noun) — A venture undertaken without regard to possible loss or injury. ex. "he saw the rewards but not the risks of crime"

risk (Noun) — The probability of becoming infected given that exposure to an infectious agent has occurred.

risk (Noun) — The probability of being exposed to an infectious agent.

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2. risk (Verb)

adventure bet brave challenge chance compromise confront court dare defy discredit endanger face gamble hazard imperil jeopardise jeopardize lay lay a wager • • •

risk (Verb) — Expose to a chance of loss or damage. ex. "We risked losing a lot of money in this venture" ex. "Why risk your life?"

risk (Verb) — Take a risk in the hope of a favourable outcome. ex. "When you buy these stocks you are risking"

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