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unsafe

 

[ ʌnˈseɪf ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

feeling

Not safe or secure; dangerous or risky.

Synonyms

dangerous, hazardous, risky

Examples of usage

  • It is unsafe to walk alone in this neighborhood at night.
  • Driving without a seatbelt is unsafe.
  • Using expired medication can be unsafe.
Context #2 | Adjective

health

Not conducive to well-being; unhealthy.

Synonyms

detrimental, harmful, unhealthy

Examples of usage

  • Eating expired food can be unsafe for your health.
  • Exposure to asbestos is unsafe for the lungs.

Translations

Translations of the word "unsafe" in other languages:

🇵🇹 inseguro

🇮🇳 असुरक्षित

🇩🇪 unsicher

🇮🇩 tidak aman

🇺🇦 небезпечний

🇵🇱 niebezpieczny

🇯🇵 危険な

🇫🇷 dangereux

🇪🇸 inseguro

🇹🇷 güvensiz

🇰🇷 위험한

🇸🇦 غير آمن

🇨🇿 nebezpečný

🇸🇰 nebezpečný

🇨🇳 不安全

🇸🇮 nevaren

🇮🇸 óöruggur

🇰🇿 қауіпті

🇬🇪 მიუზღუდავი

🇦🇿 təhlükəsiz olmayan

🇲🇽 inseguro

Etymology

The word 'unsafe' originated in the late 16th century, combining 'un-' (meaning 'not') and 'safe'. It has been used to describe situations or conditions that pose a risk to safety or well-being.

See also: safe, safekeeping, safely, safen, safeness, safety.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #9,981 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.