
Risk
Emotional Weight
The noun 'risk' often carries a sense of tension or worry about a possible negative outcome.
Despite the risks, the thrill-seeker jumped off the cliff.
Risk vs Danger
'Risk' implies a possibility, while 'danger' is more immediate and serious.
Learning to drive involves some risk, but speeding is outright dangerous.
Risk Measurement
Often, 'risk' is mentioned alongside adjectives that measure it like 'high' or 'low'.
Skydiving is a high risk activity, but with proper equipment, the risk is minimized. Compare with
CertaintyDangerExposureHazardJeopardyMenacePerilThreat
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