How do you pronounce precarious?

precarious is pronounced as /prɪˈkɛəriəs/.

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precarious

⚠️precarious

adjective

/prɪˈkɛəriəs/

preamble Precaution

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Meaning

not securely held; dangerously unstable or uncertain

Not securely held or in position; dependent on chance; uncertain.

Example Sentences

The climber was in a precarious position on the edge of the cliff.

His financial situation is precarious.

Example Expressions

precarious situation

Synonyms

uncertain, insecure, unstable, shaky, risky, hazardous

Entry 1

uncertain, insecure, unstable, shaky, risky

Entry 2

unstable, risky, hazardous

Antonyms

stable, secure, safe

Entry 1

stable, secure, safe

Entry 2

secure, safe, stable

Collocations

precarious balance, precarious position, precarious condition, precarious situation

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