Risk Definition & Meaning
risk
- noun
- a source of danger; a possibility of incurring loss or misfortune; "drinking alcohol is a health hazard"
- 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"
- the probability of becoming infected given that exposure to an infectious agent has occurred
- the probability of being exposed to an infectious agent
- verb
- expose to a chance of loss or damage; "We risked losing a lot of money in this venture"; "Why risk your life?"; "She laid her job on the line when she told the boss that he was wrong"
- take a risk in the hope of a favorable outcome; "When you buy these stocks you are gambling"
"Risk" in song lyrics
See how risk is used in real songs:
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"Gotta go with it, I know it is, so a risk"
Akir f/ Jean Grae — Tropical Fantasy -
"They say with ever thing comes a price and a risk"
Ali Vegas — Confused -
"My doctor says to give you up I'm taking a risk"
Apathy f/ Dose — Candy
Words that rhyme with risk
Usage tips for "risk"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "risk" 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 risk to find words that pair well.