"Precarious" synonyms

 "Precarious" means uncertain, unstable, or insecure, often implying a risk of danger or collapse. Here are some synonyms, categorized by nuance:

Emphasis on Instability/Uncertainty:

• uncertain
• unstable
• insecure
• shaky
• risky
• hazardous
• perilous
• dangerous
• treacherous
• dubious
• touch-and-go

Emphasis on Danger/Risk of Collapse:

• perilous
• hazardous
• dangerous
• risky
• critical
• grave
• jeopardized
• threatened

Emphasis on Lack of Foundation/Support:

• unstable
• shaky
• tottering
• ramshackle
• flimsy
• rickety

Emphasis on Dependence on Chance/Circumstance:

• uncertain
• contingent
• dependent
• chancy

Examples in Context:

• "The climber's precarious position on the cliff edge made everyone nervous." (Emphasis on danger/risk)
• "The company's financial situation was precarious." (Emphasis on instability/uncertainty)
• "The old bridge was in a rickety and precarious state." (Emphasis on lack of support and danger)

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By Jerry Ramonyai