risked

[riskt]

risked Definition

  • 1expose someone or something valued to danger, harm, or loss
  • 2engage in a risky action or course of action

Using risked: Examples

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

  • Example

    She risked her life to save the child from drowning.

  • Example

    He risked his reputation by speaking out against the company's practices.

  • Example

    I wouldn't risk investing all my money in one stock.

  • Example

    They risked everything to start their own business.

risked Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with risked

  • to do something that involves a chance of harm or failure

    Example

    I decided to take a risk and invest in the new startup.

  • in danger of being harmed or damaged

    Example

    The building is at risk of collapsing due to its old age.

  • to put everything on the line, to take a very big risk

    Example

    They risked it all to follow their dreams and start their own business.

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Summary: risked in Brief

The verb 'risked' [riskt] means to expose someone or something to danger, harm, or loss. It can also mean to engage in a risky action or course of action. Examples include 'She risked her life to save the child from drowning.' and 'They risked everything to start their own business.' The phrase 'take a risk' denotes doing something with a chance of harm or failure, while 'at risk' means in danger of harm or damage.