Peril: meaning, definitions and examples
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peril
[ ˈper.əl ]
in dangerous situation
serious and immediate danger
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The adventurers braved the perils of the jungle.
- She was unaware of the peril she was in.
to expose to danger
to put at risk of being harmed or destroyed
Synonyms
endanger, jeopardize, threaten
Examples of usage
- He perilously navigated through the stormy seas.
- She peril her life to save the drowning child.
Translations
Translations of the word "peril" in other languages:
🇵🇹 perigo
🇮🇳 जोखिम
🇩🇪 Gefahr
🇮🇩 bahaya
🇺🇦 небезпека
🇵🇱 niebezpieczeństwo
🇯🇵 危険 (kiken)
🇫🇷 danger
🇪🇸 peligro
🇹🇷 tehlike
🇰🇷 위험 (wiheom)
🇸🇦 خطر (khaṭar)
🇨🇿 nebezpečí
🇸🇰 nebezpečenstvo
🇨🇳 危险 (wēixiǎn)
🇸🇮 nevarnost
🇮🇸 hætta
🇰🇿 қауіп
🇬🇪 საფრთხე (safrtkhe)
🇦🇿 təhlükə
🇲🇽 peligro
Word origin
The word 'peril' originated from the Latin word 'periculum' which means 'danger, risk'. It has been used in the English language since the 13th century. Throughout history, 'peril' has been associated with the idea of being in a state of danger or risk, highlighting the importance of caution and awareness in facing challenges.