risk

noun

The possibility of suffering harm or loss; danger.

noun

A factor, thing, element, or course involving uncertain danger; a hazard.

noun

The danger or probability of loss to an insurer.

noun

The amount that an insurance company stands to lose.

noun

The variability of returns from an investment.

noun

The chance of nonpayment of a debt.

noun

One considered with respect to the possibility of loss.

transitive verb

To expose to a chance of loss or damage; hazard. synonym: endanger.