plural noun
They are possibilities that something bad, dangerous, or harmful will happen.
Investing in stocks involves certain risks.
The doctor explained the risks of the surgery.
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How to pronounce risks
noun · verbB1Very common word
RIHSKS
/ɹɪsks/
One syllable.
Form of risk
Risks is both the plural of the noun risk and the third-person singular form of the verb risk.
They are possibilities that something bad, dangerous, or harmful will happen.
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plural noun
They are actions or decisions that may have a bad result.
She enjoys taking risks in extreme sports.
He takes risks when he invests in new companies.
third-person singular verb
It puts someone or something in danger of being harmed or lost.
The new plan risks serious delays.
She risks losing her job if she is late again.
Useful expressions
in danger of being harmed or lost
Many animals are at risk because of habitat loss.
choose to do something that may have a bad result
She took a risk and opened her own business.
put one's life in danger
The firefighter risked his life to save the child.