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A Word A Day : Precarious
Word of 27th April 2007: A Word A Day-Precarious
Precarious
You will make only a precarious living as an author.
Synonyms:
Doubtful
Dubious
Hairy
Hazardous
Insecure
Perilous
Risky
Shaky
Slippery
Touch and go
Tricky
Uncertain
Unreliable
Unsafe
Unstably
Contextual Examples:
I feel doubtful about whether to go or not.
I remain dubious about her motives.
Driving on icy roads can be pretty hairy.
The government has prohibited the import of hazardous chemical.
She feels very insecure about her marriage.
It is very risky to drive without driving license.
Her hands are shaky because, she is nervous.
Antonyms:
Certain
Dependable
Reliable
Safe
Secure
Stable
Steady
Contextual Examples:
One thing is certain that I am not coming.
My memory is not reliable these days due to prolong illness.
Will the car be safe outside?
She was happy and secure to know that her family loved & respected her.
The patent’s condition is stable out of danger.