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HAZARD

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 6 meanings of the word Hazard.

How to pronounce hazard:

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Hazard - as a noun

A source of danger; a possibility of incurring loss or misfortune

Example: "Drinking alcohol is a health hazard"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
endangermentjeopardyperilrisk
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
danger
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

An unknown and unpredictable phenomenon that causes an event to result one way rather than another

Example: "Bad luck caused his downfall"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
chancefortuneluck
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
phenomenon
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

An obstacle on a golf course

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
obstacle
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Hazard - as a verb

Put forward, of a guess, in spite of possible refutation

Example: "I am guessing that the price of real estate will rise again"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
guesspretendventure
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
speculate
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Put at risk

Example: "I will stake my good reputation for this"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
adventurejeopardizestakeventure

Take a risk in the hope of a favorable outcome

Example: "When you buy these stocks you are gambling"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
adventurechancegambleriskrun a risktake a chancetake chances
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
assayattemptessayseektry
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"The construction workers were exposed to various hazards on the job site."
"Smoking is a hazard to your health."
"The icy roads posed a hazard to drivers."
"She was unaware of the potential hazard lurking in her own backyard."
"Wearing proper safety equipment is essential for avoiding workplace hazards."
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Word Game Points

Is HAZARD a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, hazard is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

HAZARD has a SCRABBLE points total of 19.

Is HAZARD a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, hazard is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
HAZARD has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.

Is HAZARD a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, hazard is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
HAZARD has a WORDFEUD points total of 19.

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