peril
/ˈpɛrəl/
noun
- Serious danger or risk of harm, loss, or injury.
- The captain warned the crew of the peril of sailing into the storm.
- Many people ignore the peril of texting while driving.
- The hikers were unaware of the peril waiting for them on the mountain trail.
- Something that causes or may cause danger; a hazard.
- Insurance policies often list fire and theft as covered perils.
- Falling rocks are a common peril on this winding road.
- The ancient forest was full of hidden perils like quicksand and wild animals.
verb
- To expose to danger or risk; to put in a hazardous situation.
- They periled their entire fortune on a single risky investment.
- By ignoring the warning signs, she periled her own safety.
- The reckless driver periled the lives of everyone on the bus.