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Risky synonyms and antonyms

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dangerous (related)
Being able or likely to do harm.
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chancy
(Scot.) Bringing good luck
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endangered (related)
In danger, at risk, said of something where there is a strong possibility something bad will happen to it (for example, a species in danger of going extinct)
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safe (antonym)
Taking no risks; prudent; cautious
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hazardous
Risky, dangerous, with the nature of a hazard.
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parlous
Attended with peril; dangerous; risky.
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problematic (related)
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perilous
The definition of perilous is a dangerous situation, or something fraught with danger and risk.
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precarious
The definition of precarious is something dependent on forces or circumstances outside one's control.
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unsafe (related)
Not safe; dangerous.
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bold
Requiring or exhibiting courage or daring:
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dicey
Fraught with danger.
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hairy
Of an animal, having a lot of fur.
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speculative
Characterized by speculation; based on guessing or unfounded opinions.
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unhealthy
Harmful to morals or character
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certain (antonym)
Capable of being relied on; dependable:
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sure (antonym)
Having or showing no doubt; positive; confident
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assured (antonym)
Exhibiting confidence or authority:
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safety (antonym)
Giving safety; reducing danger or harm
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adventurous
(Of a person) Inclined to adventure; willing to incur risks; prone to embark in hazardous enterprise; rashly daring.
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treacherous
Characterized by unforeseen or hidden hazards; dangerous or deceptive:
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venturesome
Bold; willing to take risks; adventurous.
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wild
Exposed to the wind and sea; unsheltered.
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bad
(Of food) Spoiled, rotten, overripe.
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high-risk
Of, relating to, or characterized by risk:
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costly (related)
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profitable (related)
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expensive (related)
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unethical (related)
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unwise (related)
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counterproductive (related)
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insecure
Not sure or certain; doubtful:
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ticklish
Very sensitive or easily upset; touchy
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  • That would be less risky and make more sense.

  • It was far too risky for him to even attempt it.

  • It was too risky hoping she'd have a second chance with him.

  • She excelled in the delivery of the risky prologues and epilogues which were the fashion, and the poet wrote for her some specially daring examples.

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