A Word A Day : Precarious





Word of 27th April 2007: A Word A Day-Precarious

Precarious



( Adjective )


You will make only a precarious living as an author.

Synonyms:

Doubtful

Dubious

Hairy

Hazardous

Insecure

Perilous

Risky

Shaky

Slippery

Touch and go

Tricky

Uncertain

Unreliable

Unsafe

Unstably

Contextual Examples:

I feel doubtful about whether to go or not.

I remain dubious about her motives.

Driving on icy roads can be pretty hairy.

The government has prohibited the import of hazardous chemical.

She feels very insecure about her marriage.

It is very risky to drive without driving license.

Her hands are shaky because, she is nervous.




Antonyms:

Certain

Dependable

Reliable

Safe

Secure

Stable

Steady

Contextual Examples:

One thing is certain that I am not coming.

My memory is not reliable these days due to prolong illness.

Will the car be safe outside?

She was happy and secure to know that her family loved & respected her.

The patent’s condition is stable out of danger.

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