precarious

UK
/prɪˈkeə.ri.əs/
US
/prɪˈker.i.əs/

Translations

precariousadjective
more precarious
Comp.
most precarious
Super.
UK
/prɪˈkeə.ri.əs/
US
/prɪˈker.i.əs/
The ladder was in a precarious position.
Лестница находилась в ненадежном положении.
He made a precarious living as a freelance writer.
Он зарабатывал на жизнь шатким образом, работая внештатным писателем.
The economy is in a precarious state.
Экономика находится в неустойчивом состоянии.
Additional translations

Definitions

precariousadjective
Not securely held or in position; dangerously likely to fall or collapse.
The ladder was in a precarious position, teetering on the edge of the roof.
Dependent on chance; uncertain.
His precarious financial situation made it difficult for him to plan for the future.
Involving or exposed to danger or risk; hazardous.
They embarked on a precarious journey through the mountains during the storm.