riskier
adj. B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈɹɪskiɝ// UK //ɹˈɪskiɐ// riski·er
adj. more likely to cause harm, loss, or failure than something else. You use this to compare two choices where one has a higher chance of going wrong.
adj. comparative form of 'risky'; indicating a greater probability of negative consequences or failure. Often used in financial, medical, or personal decision-making contexts.
Investing in a new startup is riskier than buying bonds.
The doctor explained that the new surgery is riskier but offers a faster recovery time compared to the traditional method.