Dangerously
Dangerously
Dangerously (/deɪn.dʒər.əs.li/) is an adverb derived from the adjective "dangerous", which originates from the Middle English word "dangerous", from Anglo-French "dangeros", from Old French "dangier" which means power, power to harm, mastery, authority, control.
It is used to describe something that involves possible harm or death, or a situation that could cause harm or risk. It can also be used to describe a person who is capable of causing harm or injury.
Related Terms
- Risk: A situation involving exposure to danger.
- Hazard: A danger or risk.
- Threat: A person or thing likely to cause damage or danger.
- Peril: Serious and immediate danger.
- Jeopardy: Danger of loss, harm, or failure.
Usage
- The car was driving dangerously close to the edge of the cliff.
- He is known to behave dangerously when provoked.
- The storm is moving dangerously towards the city.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Dangerously
- Wikipedia's article - Dangerously
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