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high-risk

 

Definitions from WordNet

Adjective high-risk has 1 sense
  1. bad, insecure, risky, high-risk, speculative - not financially safe or secure; "a bad investment"; "high risk investments"; "anything that promises to pay too much can't help being risky"; "speculative business enterprises"
    Antonym: sound (indirect, via unsound)

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Term: High Risk


Definition:

The term "high risk" refers to a situation, action, or investment that has a greater potential for losses or negative outcomes compared to others. It signifies the likelihood of encountering danger, hazard, uncertainty, or harm.

Parts of Speech:

- Adjective
- Noun

Senses:

1. Adjective:

  1. Pose a significant potential for loss, danger, or harm.

2. Noun:

  1. A situation or scenario that contains a higher level of potential risk.

Usages:

1. Adjective:

  • This investment opportunity is considered high risk; thus, it is suitable for experienced individuals.
  • Engaging in extreme sports is often associated with high-risk activities.

2. Noun:

  • Before making a decision, it is essential to thoroughly evaluate the high risks associated with this business venture.
  • Investing in high-risk stocks can potentially generate substantial returns, but it also involves increased vulnerability to losses.

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