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Meaning of riskily
The primary meaning of the word "riskily" is to do something in a way that involves a strong possibility of damage, injury, or loss.
Etymology of riskily
The word "riskily" is derived from the noun "risk," which originated from the Italian word "risco" or "riscio," meaning "danger" or "hazard"
The term has been in use since the 17th century, with its adverbial form "riskily" emerging to describe actions taken with a sense of danger or uncertainty
Synonyms
recklessly
dangerously
perilously
hazardously
precariously
vulnerably
exposedly
openly
carelessly
negligently
thoughtlessly
imprudently
foolishly
rashly
impetuously
impulsively
wildly
madly
desperately
audaciously
daringly
boldly
courageously
venturously
gamely
speculatively
chancily
uncertainly
doubtfully
ambiguously
unpredictably
erratically
unreliably
haphazardly
Definitions
- In a way that involves a strong possibility of damage, injury, or loss
- * Without adequate or proper caution, taking unnecessary chances
Usage Examples
- She drove riskily, speeding down the highway without wearing a seatbelt
- * He invested riskily, putting all his money into a single, unproven venture
- * They navigated the treacherous terrain riskily, without proper gear or guidance
Antonyms
safely
cautiously
carefully
prudently
wisely
judiciously
discreetly
vigilantly
attentively
mindfully
securely
stably
steadily
reliably
dependably
trustworthily
faithfully
loyally
dutifully
obediently
compliantly
cooperatively