Riskiness

/ˈrɪs.ki.nəs/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The quality or state of being risky; the degree of exposure to danger or loss.

The riskiness of the investment led many potential investors to hesitate.

The level of uncertainty involved in a decision or strategy.

The riskiness of the new venture was assessed by the board before proceeding.

The likelihood of a negative outcome associated with a particular action or decision.

Her adventurous nature often disregarded the riskiness of extreme sports.

A characteristic of an activity or choice that makes it potentially dangerous or hazardous.

The riskiness of driving in poor weather conditions was highlighted in the safety briefing.

A term used in finance to refer to the volatility of an asset or market.

The riskiness of foreign stocks can impact overall portfolio diversification.

From 'risk' + '-iness' (a suffix forming nouns indicating a quality or condition).

take a risk

To act in a way that exposes one to potential danger or loss.

risk it all

To risk everything for a chance of success.

high-risk

Involving a high level of risk.

risk

The possibility of loss or injury.

hazard

A danger or risk.

peril

Serious and immediate danger.

Going out on a limb

Investing in that new tech startup is going out on a limb.

Playing with fire

He’s really playing with fire by going into that business venture.