Definition

More likely to involve danger or loss than something else.

Example

Investing in stocks can be riskier than keeping your money in a savings account.

Conversation

I heard you're thinking about investing in that new startup.

Yeah, but it seems a bit riskier than I expected.

I can see why you'd think that, but sometimes high risks lead to high rewards.

True, but I need to be careful — my savings are on the line.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Riskier → It is formed from "risk" (from Italian "risico", meaning danger or peril) and the suffix "-ier" (meaning more). The word "riskier" means more dangerous or involving greater peril.

Memory Tip

Think of 'risk' as danger and remember that 'riskier' means something that is more dangerous.

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