precarious

//prɪˈkeə.ri.əs//
C1Frequency Level 11Formal
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Adjective

precariousCanonical form
more precariousComparative
most precariousSuperlative
1

Not securely held or in position; dangerously likely to fall or collapse.

The vase was in a precarious position on the edge of the shelf.

2

Dependent on chance; uncertain; risky.

His financial situation remains precarious due to the unstable job market.

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