Definition of Peril
Peril
per·il


Definition/Meaning
(noun)
danger, the state of being exposed to a serious risk such as being lost, injured, or destroyed;

e.g. He was not aware of the peril his family was in due to his being abroad.

(noun)
a risk, difficulty, or danger associated with a particular activity or situation;

e.g. The scrapes and injuries are the main peril of rock climbing.

(verb)
in old usage, to threaten someone or expose them to danger;

e.g. She was ready to peril her life in order to save them.



Translate this Word

Select a language from the dropdown and click "Translate Now" to see this word in your preferred language.




Similar Words



Opposite Words



Related Words


Comments



English Words

 

WORD OF THE DAY