English

dangerous

ˈdeɪndʒərəs, ˈdeɪn.dʒɚ.əs, ˈdeɪnd͡ʒ(ə)ɹəs, ˈdeɪnd͡ʒəɹəs, ˈdeɪnd͡ʒɚs, ˈdeɪnd͡ʒɚəs, ˈdeɪnʒ(ə)ɹəs, ˈdeɪnʒɹəs
Meaning: likely to cause harm or injury
Part of Speech: Adjective Alternative Readings: ˈdeɪn.dʒɚ.əs, ˈdeɪnd͡ʒ(ə)ɹəs, ˈdeɪnd͡ʒəɹəs, ˈdeɪnd͡ʒɚs, ˈdeɪnd͡ʒɚəs, ˈdeɪnʒ(ə)ɹəs, ˈdeɪnʒɹəs

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Example sentences

It is dangerous to walk alone in this forest at night.
It is dangerous to walk alone in this forest at night.
The police found a dangerous weapon hidden in the car.
The police found a dangerous weapon hidden in the car.
In the old story, the devil offers him a dangerous bargain.
In the old story, the devil offers him a dangerous bargain.
The police warned that the suspect was armed and dangerous.
The police warned that the suspect was armed and dangerous.
Exposure to high levels of radiation can be dangerous.
Exposure to high levels of radiation can be dangerous.

Usage Notes

Describes people, animals, things, or situations that can cause harm or damage. It is often used with 'to' + infinitive.

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