Word
riskier
Phoneticsriski·er
US/ˈɹɪskiɝ/
UK/ɹˈɪskiɐ/
Definition
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.
Examples
“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.”
Examples
simple
“Investing in a new startup is riskier than buying bonds.”
contextual
“The doctor explained that the new surgery is riskier but offers a faster recovery time compared to the traditional method.”
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