risky
/ˈrɪski/
CEFR level B2Topic ThinkingWord #5349 in the learning path
有风险的；危险的
Definitions
adj. involving a chance of harm, failure, or loss
有风险的；危险的
Example
It is risky to cycle home without lights.
骑车回家时不开车灯很危险。
Investing all public funds in a single industry is risky because economic conditions can change unexpectedly.
将所有公共资金投入单一产业风险很大，因为经济形势可能发生意外变化。
Collocations
- a risky investment
- risky behaviour
- a risky strategy
- highly risky
Word family
- risk (n.)
- risk (v.)
- riskiness (n.)
Synonyms
- dangerous
- hazardous
Antonyms
- safe
Usage tip
常用It is risky to do sth表示做某事有风险。
FAQ
- What does risky mean?
- involving a chance of harm, failure, or loss
- How is risky pronounced?
- UK /ˈrɪski/, US /ˈrɪski/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
