Synonyms for Peril
Definition of peril
noun
- a source of danger; a possibility of incurring loss or misfortune; "drinking alcohol is a health hazard"
- a state of danger involving risk
- a venture undertaken without regard to possible loss or injury; "he saw the rewards but not the risks of crime"; "there was a danger he would do the wrong thing"
13 synonyms found
Writing tips for "peril"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like danger, endanger, expose can replace "peril" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
With 13 alternatives available, "peril" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.
"Peril" in song lyrics
See how peril is used in real songs:
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"want some get some stop drop and peril"
John Cena f/ Tha Trademarc — Chain Gang is the Click -
"pets in peril"
AOL — AOL -
"pink peril"
AOL — AOL