Perilous
Pronunciation: /ˈpɛrələs/
Perilous (adj)
- Full of serious risk; something could easily cause harm or death.
- Involving a high chance of bad results, especially when decisions or actions are involved.
- Describing conditions where danger is strong and immediate, often requiring careful control.
Perilous (adjective)
Examples
- The climb was perilous, and one mistake could be fatal.
- Her job is perilous, so she always checks safety rules.