peril
7 points
English
5 letters
Common
Commonness #13,753
Valid in: US and UK dictionaries
Definitions
noun
a source of danger; a possibility of incurring loss or misfortune
verb
put in a dangerous, disadvantageous, or difficult position
Definition: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University.
Pronunciation
/pˈɛɹʌl/ · 2 syllables · CMUdict (BSD-3-Clause)
Word forms
plural perils
Forms from WordNet 3.1 morphology — every form attested in the dictionary.
Synonyms
a source of danger
a state of danger involving risk
pose a threat to
Synonyms grouped by meaning — WordNet 3.1 (Princeton University).
Rhymes
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