Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word Involving the potential for danger or loss.
Risky
/ˈrɪski/Synonyms:
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Examples:
Starting a new business can be risky.It's risky to swim in deep water without training.
Etymology:
The word risky originated in the early 19th century from the word risk, which traces back to the 17th century, derived from the French or Italian risque and risco, respectively, meaning danger or hazard.
Usage Statistics:
12 mentions per 1 million words 
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