risk

1. The probability of a negative outcome to a decision or event. (uncountable) · There is risk of being brutalized, arrested, imprisoned and tortured, all because I want you to know the truth about this matter.
2. The magnitude of possible loss consequent to a decision or event. (uncountable)
3. The potential negative effect of an event, determined by multiplying the likelihood of the event occurring with its magnitude should it occur. (uncountable)
4. A possible adverse event or outcome. (countable)
5. A type of adverse event covered under an insurance policy. (countable, uncountable)
6. A thing (from the perspective of how likely or unlikely it is to cause an adverse effect). (countable) · That man is going to be a big risk once he's out of prison.· Those stairs are a major risk.
7. A borrower (such as a mortgage-holder or person with a credit card). (countable, uncountable) · A good credit rating indicates the customer is a desirable risk.
8. A financial product (typically an investment). (countable, uncountable) · Subprime mortgages are poor risks; especially for a pension scheme.

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