Grade 8

precarious

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(pre-car-i-ous) 4 syllables

Definition

adjective. not securely held or in position; risky.

Example Sentence

The climb up the cliff felt precarious.

More Example Sentences

The ladder looked very precarious and wobbly.

Synonyms

unstable; uncertain; risky

Antonyms

secure; stable; safe

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Rhymes

  • marius
  • various

  • aquarius
  • gregarious
  • hilarious
  • nefarious
  • precarious
  • vicarious

  • stradivarius
  • tavoulareas