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What is another word for Precariousness? – 106 Precariousness Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    instability uncertainty insecurity riskiness danger fragility vulnerability impermanence shakiness unsteadiness delicacy sensitivity precariousness instability unpredictability unreliability volatility instability hazardousness perilousness uncertainty doubtfulness ambiguity unclearness indefiniteness precariousitude instability

    Meaning of Precariousness

    The state of being precarious or uncertain.

    Definitions

    • The quality or state of being precarious, uncertain, or unstable.
    • * The condition of being liable to fall or collapse, either physically or figuratively.

    Etymology of Precariousness

    The word "precariousness" comes from the Latin word "precarious," meaning "obtained by prayer" or "dependent on the favor of others," which is derived from "precari," meaning "to pray" or "to ask."
    Historically, the term has evolved to convey a sense of uncertainty, instability, or risk.

    Example Uses

    • The company's financial precariousness made it difficult to secure investments.
    • * The precariousness of the political situation led to widespread unrest.
    • * The hikers were aware of the precariousness of their position on the steep mountain trail.

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    stability security safety certainty reliability solidity firmness soundness strength steadiness permanence dependability trustworthiness confidence assuredness sureness fixedness immovability unshakeability steadiness

    Related Nouns

    instability uncertainty insecurity risk danger fragility vulnerability impermanence shakiness unsteadiness delicacy sensitivity precariousness hazard peril threat instability unpredictability unreliability volatility

    Related Verbs

    destabilize endanger imperil jeopardize threaten undermine weaken compromise destabilize unsettle unbalance topple overturn precarious risk gamble venture speculate

    Related Adjectives

    unstable uncertain insecure risky dangerous fragile vulnerable impermanent shaky unsteady delicate sensitive precarious hazardous perilous volatile unpredictable unreliable precarious unstable insecure