Perilous

Pronunciation: /ˈpɛrələs/

Perilous (adj)

  1. Full of serious risk; something could easily cause harm or death.
  2. Involving a high chance of bad results, especially when decisions or actions are involved.
  3. 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.