Riskily: meaning, definitions and examples

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riskily

 

[ ˈrɪs.kɪ.li ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

manner of action

Riskily refers to the manner in which actions are taken with a degree of risk or uncertainty involved. It suggests an approach that does not prioritize safety or caution, possibly leading to negative consequences. The term can be used in various contexts, especially in decision-making processes where the outcomes are unpredictable. It often describes behaviors or actions that are bold, adventurous, or reckless.

Synonyms

dangerously, hazardously, precariously

Examples of usage

  • He invested riskily in the stock market.
  • She spoke riskily during the presentation.
  • They traveled riskily through unknown territories.

Translations

Translations of the word "riskily" in other languages:

🇵🇹 arriesgadamente

🇮🇳 जोखिम से

🇩🇪 riskant

🇮🇩 secara berisiko

🇺🇦 ризиковано

🇵🇱 ryzykownie

🇯🇵 リスクを冒して

🇫🇷 de manière risquée

🇪🇸 arriesgadamente

🇹🇷 riskli bir şekilde

🇰🇷 위험하게

🇸🇦 بشكل محفوف بالمخاطر

🇨🇿 riskantně

🇸🇰 rizikovo

🇨🇳 冒险地

🇸🇮 tvegano

🇮🇸 á hættulegan hátt

🇰🇿 қауіпті түрде

🇬🇪 რისკიანად

🇦🇿 riskli bir şəkildə

🇲🇽 arriesgadamente

Etymology

The word 'riskily' is derived from the noun 'risk,' which has its origins in the Italian word 'risco', meaning 'danger' or 'peril'. The term made its way into the English language in the late 16th century, primarily in reference to the possibility of loss or injury. The adverbial form 'riskily' emerged as the language evolved, allowing speakers to describe actions taken with that inherent risk. Over time, the concept of risk has expanded beyond mere financial concerns to encompass various aspects of life, including health and safety, leading to broader usage of the word in different contexts. As the world has become more interconnected and complex, the considerations of risk have taken on new dimensions, further embedding the term into modern vocabulary.