A1adjective 2K

Dangerous

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈdeɪndʒərəs/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈdeɪndʒərəs/"]/

Meaning of Dangerous

likely to injure or harm somebody, or to damage or destroy something

In simple words: likely to cause harm or injury

Dangerous in a sentence

• The roller coaster is too dangerous for young children.
• He made a dangerous decision by driving without a license.
• Playing with fire can be dangerous and lead to serious injuries.
• Some animals, like snakes, can be dangerous if provoked.
• The dangerous storm caused widespread flooding in the area.

How to use Dangerous

Use 'dangerous' to describe things that can cause harm. It's appropriate in most contexts, but be cautious in very casual situations where simpler words may work better.

Grammar pattern

standalone adjective

Memory hint

Think of 'danger' in 'dangerous' — like a warning sign!

Related words

Collocations with Dangerous

• be
• feel
• look
• extremely
• fairly
• very
• for
• to

Synonyms for Dangerous

• hazardous
• perilous
• risky
• unsafe
• threatening

Opposites of Dangerous

• safe
• harmless
• secure

Common mistakes with Dangerous

• Using 'dangerous' when 'risk' or 'hazardous' is more accurate.
• Confusing 'dangerous' with 'endangered'.
• Using 'dengerous' as an adverb; it should only be an adjective.

Frequently asked questions about Dangerous

What does Dangerous mean?

likely to cause harm or injury

What is the definition of Dangerous?

likely to injure or harm somebody, or to damage or destroy something

How do you use Dangerous in a sentence?

The roller coaster is too dangerous for young children.

Can you give another example of Dangerous?

He made a dangerous decision by driving without a license.

What are synonyms for Dangerous?

Common alternatives include hazardous, perilous, risky, unsafe, threatening.

What is the opposite of Dangerous?

Opposite meanings include safe, harmless, secure.

What words go with Dangerous?

It commonly pairs with be, feel, look, extremely, fairly, very, for, to.

What are common mistakes when using Dangerous?

Using 'dangerous' when 'risk' or 'hazardous' is more accurate. Confusing 'dangerous' with 'endangered'. Using 'dengerous' as an adverb; it should only be an adjective.

How do you pronounce Dangerous?

US: /["/ˈdeɪndʒərəs/"]/, UK: /["/ˈdeɪndʒərəs/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Dangerous?

Use 'dangerous' to describe things that can cause harm. It's appropriate in most contexts, but be cautious in very casual situations where simpler words may work better.

What CEFR level is Dangerous?

"Dangerous" is at A1 level on the CEFR scale.