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How to pronounce risk
Say it like this: /ˈɹɪsk/. Listen to real recordings below and compare how it sounds in different accents.
What does risk mean?
nounThe probability of a negative outcome to a decision or event.
“There is risk of being brutalized, arrested, imprisoned and tortured, all because I want you to know the truth about this matter.”
The magnitude of possible loss consequent to a decision or event.
“Will they find the prospect of greater risk a cause for concern, rather than a gift from the right?”
The potential negative effect of an event, determined by multiplying the likelihood of the event occurring with its magnitude should it occur.
verbTo incur risk of (an unwanted or negative outcome).
“These people are putting themselves in danger by physically being on or near to the railway lines and risking serious injury.”
To incur risk of harming or jeopardizing.
“England captain David Beckham has warned Wayne Rooney not to risk his long-term future by rushing his return from injury.”
To incur risk as a result of (doing something).
“After coming to New York, I decided to risk cycling again.”
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