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Hazard

Noun / ˈhæzɜ:d / Another word for hazard — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A danger or risk.

Synonyms & similar words

jeopardize peril fortune gamble pretend chance guess venture stake endangerment jeopardy adventure risk luck danger risk peril jeopardy threat menace chance gamble venture uncertainty problem difficulty obstacle hindrance impediment trouble nuisance annoyance inconvenience disadvantage

Synonyms by register

Formal

peril risk danger jeopardy

Informal

trouble pickle jam tight spot

Literary

bane scourge menace

Antonyms

safety security certainty advantage benefit blessing boon

Common collocations

  • natural hazard
  • fire hazard
  • health hazard
  • safety hazard
  • environmental hazard
  • potential hazard
  • identify hazards
  • assess hazard

Word family

noun hazard
verb hazard
adjective hazardous

Usage note

Hazard refers to a potential source of danger or harm. It is often used in formal contexts, especially in safety and risk assessment. 'Hazardous' is the common adjective form.

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Example sentences

  1. The construction site is a hazard to pedestrians.
  2. Walking on the wet floor without caution signs is a hazard.
  3. Playing with fire is a hazard to your health.
  4. Not wearing a seatbelt is a hazard while driving.
  5. The broken stairs pose a hazard to anyone who uses them.

Quotes

  • Life is a hazard.
  • The greatest hazard in life is to risk nothing.
  • The hazard of a new adventure is its monotony.

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