precarious
/prɪˈkeəriəs/ · /prɪˈkeriəs/
CEFR level C1Topic SocietyWord #6456 in the learning path
不稳固的；摇摇欲坠的
Definitions
adj. not securely positioned and likely to fall
不稳固的；摇摇欲坠的
adj. uncertain and likely to become dangerous or unsuccessful
不稳定的；岌岌可危的
Example
The ladder looked precarious on the wet, uneven ground.
梯子架在湿滑不平的地面上，看起来摇摇欲坠。
Workers on short-term contracts often face precarious financial circumstances, making it difficult to plan for the future.
短期合同工往往面临不稳定的经济状况，难以规划未来。
Collocations
- a precarious position
- precarious employment
- a precarious balance
- precarious finances
Word family
- precariously (adv.)
- precariousness (n.)
Synonyms
- unstable
- insecure
- risky
Antonyms
- secure
- stable
Usage tip
不仅表示“不稳定”，还暗含随时出问题的风险。
FAQ
- What does precarious mean?
- not securely positioned and likely to fall uncertain and likely to become dangerous or unsuccessful
- How is precarious pronounced?
- UK /prɪˈkeəriəs/, US /prɪˈkeriəs/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
