hazarded

[ˈhæzərdɪd]

hazarded Definition

  • 1to risk something, especially in a way that is not very wise
  • 2to offer something for consideration or discussion

Using hazarded: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "hazarded" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    He hazarded his life to save the drowning child.

  • Example

    She hazarded a guess about the outcome of the election.

  • Example

    I will hazard a suggestion for the next meeting.

  • Example

    He hazarded a smile despite feeling nervous.

hazarded Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for hazarded

Phrases with hazarded

  • hazard a glance/look

    to take a quick look at something

    Example

    She hazarded a glance at her watch to check the time.

  • extra pay given to someone who works in a dangerous job

    Example

    The soldiers received hazard pay for their service in the war zone.

  • the flashing lights on a vehicle used to indicate that it is stopped or parked in an unsafe location

    Example

    He turned on his hazard lights and pulled over to the side of the road.

Origins of hazarded

from Middle French 'hasarder', meaning 'to play at dice'

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Summary: hazarded in Brief

'Hazarded' [ˈhæzərdɪd] means to risk something, often in an unwise manner, as in 'He hazarded his life to save the drowning child.' It can also mean to offer something for consideration or discussion, as in 'She hazarded a guess about the outcome of the election.' Other phrases include 'hazard a glance/look,' 'hazard pay,' and 'hazard lights.'