Synonyms for Precarious
Definition of precarious
adjective
- affording no ease or reassurance; "a precarious truce"
- fraught with danger; "dangerous waters"; "a parlous journey on stormy seas"; "a perilous voyage across the Atlantic in a small boat"; "the precarious life of an undersea diver"; "dangerous surgery followed by a touch-and-go recovery"
- not secure; beset with difficulties; "a shaky marriage"
8 synonyms found
Writing tips for "precarious"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like dangerous, insecure, parlous can replace "precarious" 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 8 alternatives available, "precarious" 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.
"Precarious" in song lyrics
See how precarious is used in real songs:
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"Frontin' it's hilarious but hus it's precarious"
The Goats — RU Down Wit Da Goats -
"your hilarious, your position is precarious"
Virtuoso — Crematorium