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high-risk

/ˌhaɪ ˈrɪsk/

Traducción: Describe algo que implica un alto grado de peligro o la posibilidad de pérdidas o consecuencias graves.

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adjective

/ˌhaɪ ˈrɪsk/B2formal
  • esDescribe algo que implica un alto grado de peligro o la posibilidad de pérdidas o consecuencias graves.

Describes something that involves a high degree of danger or potential for loss.

  1. Not financially safe or secureB2formalbusiness

    Describing an investment, loan, or business venture that has a high probability of loss or failure.

    esde alto riesgo (financiero)

    • The bank refused to approve the loan because it was considered a high-risk investment.
    • He avoided high-risk stocks and preferred stable bonds.
    • The startup was labeled high-risk by financial analysts.

    Sinónimoschancydiceyhazardousinsecureprecariousriskyspeculativeunsafe

    Antónimossafesecuresound

  2. Likely to develop a conditionB2formalmedical

    Describing a person or group with a higher probability of developing a disease or experiencing a negative health outcome.

    esde alto riesgo (persona/grupo)

    • Smokers are considered a high-risk group for lung cancer.
    • The doctor recommended regular check-ups for high-risk patients.
    • People over 65 are in a high-risk category for severe flu complications.

    Sinónimospredisposedsusceptiblevulnerable

  3. Involving dangerB2formal

    Describing an activity or situation that involves a significant chance of injury, damage, or loss.

    esde alto riesgo

    • Rock climbing is a high-risk sport that requires proper training.
    • The firefighter's job is inherently high-risk.
    • They decided against the high-risk rescue mission.

    Sinónimosdangeroushazardousperilousprecariousriskytreacherousunsafe

    Antónimosharmlesssafesecure

Formas
  • higher-risk comparative form
  • highest-risk superlative form