B1noun 1K

Risk

🇬🇧 UK /["/rɪsk/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/rɪsk/"]/

Meaning of Risk

the possibility of something bad happening at some time in the future; a situation that could be dangerous or have a bad result

In simple words: the chance of something bad happening

Risk in a sentence

• There is a risk involved in investing in the stock market.
• She took a risk when she decided to travel alone at night.
• The new software poses a risk to the security of our data.
• He liked the thrill of the risk when trying extreme sports.
• There are health risks associated with smoking.

How to use Risk

Commonly used in both formal and informal contexts. When discussing financial matters, 'risk' is frequent; however, it may not be appropriate in casual conversation about personal matters unless framed carefully.

Grammar pattern

risk + object

Memory hint

Think of 'risk' as 'risky business' - imagine a businessperson facing uncertain outcomes.

Related words

Collocations with Risk

• big
• considerable
• enormous
• degree
• level
• element
• face
• run
• take
• outweigh something
• group
• factor
• assessment
• at risk
• at risk from
• at risk of
• at your own risk
• an increase in risk
• a reduction in risk
• big
• considerable
• enormous
• degree
• level
• element
• face
• run
• take
• outweigh something
• group
• factor
• assessment
• at risk
• at risk from
• at risk of
• at your own risk
• an increase in risk
• a reduction in risk
• big
• considerable
• enormous
• degree
• level
• element
• face
• run
• take
• outweigh something
• group
• factor
• assessment
• at risk
• at risk from
• at risk of
• at your own risk
• an increase in risk
• a reduction in risk

Synonyms for Risk

• hazard
• chance
• danger
• uncertainty
• peril

Opposites of Risk

• safety
• certainty

Common mistakes with Risk

• Confusing risk with danger - risk is about possibility, while danger implies a higher chance of harm.
• Using 'risks' as a singular noun - remember to use the correct plural or singular form.
• Omitting the object when saying 'risk' - always specify what is being risked.

Frequently asked questions about Risk

What does Risk mean?

the chance of something bad happening

What is the definition of Risk?

the possibility of something bad happening at some time in the future; a situation that could be dangerous or have a bad result

How do you use Risk in a sentence?

There is a risk involved in investing in the stock market.

Can you give another example of Risk?

She took a risk when she decided to travel alone at night.

What are synonyms for Risk?

Common alternatives include hazard, chance, danger, uncertainty, peril.

What is the opposite of Risk?

Opposite meanings include safety, certainty.

What words go with Risk?

It commonly pairs with big, considerable, enormous, degree, level, element, face, run, take, outweigh something, group, factor, assessment, at risk, at risk from, at risk of, at your own risk, an increase in risk, a reduction in risk, big, considerable, enormous, degree, level, element, face, run, take, outweigh something, group, factor, assessment, at risk, at risk from, at risk of, at your own risk, an increase in risk, a reduction in risk, big, considerable, enormous, degree, level, element, face, run, take, outweigh something, group, factor, assessment, at risk, at risk from, at risk of, at your own risk, an increase in risk, a reduction in risk.

What are common mistakes when using Risk?

Confusing risk with danger - risk is about possibility, while danger implies a higher chance of harm. Using 'risks' as a singular noun - remember to use the correct plural or singular form. Omitting the object when saying 'risk' - always specify what is being risked.

How do you pronounce Risk?

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

When should I use Risk?

Commonly used in both formal and informal contexts. When discussing financial matters, 'risk' is frequent; however, it may not be appropriate in casual conversation about personal matters unless framed carefully.

What CEFR level is Risk?

"Risk" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.