Perilous

/ˈpɛr.ɪ.ləs/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Full of danger or risk; hazardous.

The climbers faced a perilous descent down the mountain.

Involving or exposing one to danger or injury.

Driving in such perilous weather conditions can lead to accidents.

Dangerous; fraught with peril.

The expedition took them to perilous regions of the jungle.

Middle English perilous, from Old French perilleus, from Latin periculosus, meaning 'full of danger'.

perilous journey:

A journey that is fraught with danger.

in peril:

In a state of danger or risk.

perilous situation:

A situation that poses significant risk to safety or well-being.

Sketchy

That deal sounds sketchy and perilous.

Risky business

Investing in that startup is risky business; it's pretty perilous.