Risking: meaning, definitions and examples
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risking
[ ˈrɪskɪŋ ]
in a dangerous situation
Putting something valuable in a situation where it could be lost or damaged.
Synonyms
chancing, endangering, jeopardizing
Examples of usage
- He was risking his life by climbing the mountain without proper equipment.
- She was risking her job by speaking out against her boss.
taking a chance
Engaging in an action with an uncertain outcome, with the possibility of a negative result.
Synonyms
gambling, speculating, venturing
Examples of usage
- She was risking her reputation by associating with known criminals.
- He was risking rejection by confessing his feelings.
Translations
Translations of the word "risking" in other languages:
🇵🇹 arriscar
🇮🇳 जोखिम उठाना
🇩🇪 riskieren
🇮🇩 mempertaruhkan
🇺🇦 ризикувати
🇵🇱 ryzykować
🇯🇵 リスクを冒す (risuku o okasu)
🇫🇷 prendre des risques
🇪🇸 arriesgar
🇹🇷 risk almak
🇰🇷 위험을 감수하다 (wiheomeul gamsuhada)
🇸🇦 المخاطرة (al-mukhatarah)
🇨🇿 riskovat
🇸🇰 riskovať
🇨🇳 冒险 (màoxiǎn)
🇸🇮 tvegati
🇮🇸 taka áhættu
🇰🇿 тәуекелге бару (täuekelge baru)
🇬🇪 რისკის გაწევა (riskis gatseva)
🇦🇿 risk etmək
🇲🇽 arriesgar
Word origin
The word 'risking' originated from the Middle English word 'rysk' meaning 'danger', which in turn came from Old French 'risque' and Italian 'risco'. The concept of risk has been present throughout human history, with different civilizations recognizing the dangers and uncertainties involved in various activities. Over time, the word has evolved to encompass the idea of taking chances and facing potential dangers in pursuit of a desired outcome.