risk
//rɪsk//
Noun
riskSingular
risksPlural
1
The possibility of something bad or unpleasant happening; a situation involving danger or harm.
There is a risk of injury when playing contact sports.
2
A person or thing regarded as a threat or likely source of danger.
Smokers are considered a health risk by insurance companies.
Verb
riskedPast tense
riskedPast participle
riskingPresent participle
risksThird-person singular
1
To expose someone or something to danger, harm, or loss.
Don't risk your health by working too hard.
2
To incur the chance of unfortunate consequences by engaging in an action.
He risked his career by speaking out against the company.