Dangerous Definition

dangerous
adjective
  1. involving or causing danger or risk; liable to hurt or harm; "a dangerous criminal"; "a dangerous bridge"; "unemployment reached dangerous proportions"
  2. causing fear or anxiety by threatening great harm; "a dangerous operation"; "a grave situation"; "a grave illness"; "grievous bodily harm"; "a serious wound"; "a serious turn of events"; "a severe case of pneumonia"; "a life-threatening disease"

"Dangerous" in song lyrics

See how dangerous is used in real songs:

  • "If what you say is true, the Shaolin and the Wu-Tang, could be dangerous"
    60 Second Assassin — Sword Style
  • "The Shaolin and the Wu-Tang, could be dangerous"
    60 Second Assassin — Sword Style
  • "The verb specialist armed and dangerous"
    7L & Esoteric f/ Army of the Pharaohs — This is War

Usage tips for "dangerous"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "dangerous" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for dangerous to find words that pair well.

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