Definitions and Examples of hazardous, dangerous, risky
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Involving risk or danger, especially to people's health or safety.
Example
The chemicals in the lab were so hazardous that the workers had to wear protective gear.
Likely to cause harm or injury; presenting a risk or threat.
Example
Driving under the influence of alcohol is dangerous and can lead to accidents.
Involving the possibility of loss or harm; uncertain or unpredictable.
Example
Investing in stocks can be risky as the market can be volatile.
Key Differences: hazardous vs dangerous vs risky
- 1Hazardous implies a greater degree of danger than dangerous or risky.
- 2Dangerous refers to something that is likely to cause harm or injury.
- 3Risky refers to something that involves the possibility of loss or harm.
Effective Usage of hazardous, dangerous, risky
- 1Workplace Safety: Use these antonyms to describe potential hazards in the workplace.
- 2Travel Warnings: Use these antonyms to warn people about dangerous or risky destinations.
- 3Product Warnings: Use these antonyms to label products that may be hazardous, dangerous, or risky.
Remember this!
The antonyms of hazardless are hazardous, dangerous, and risky. These words convey a sense of potential harm or danger. Use them to describe potential hazards in the workplace, warn people about dangerous or risky destinations, or label products that may be hazardous, dangerous, or risky.
