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hazardously

|haz-ard-ous-ly|

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/ˈhæzərdəsli/

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/ˈhæzədəsli/

(hazardous)

involving risk

Base FormNounAdverb
hazardoushazardousnesshazardously
Etymology
Etymology Information

'hazardous' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'hasardeux,' where 'hasard' meant 'game of chance.'

Historical Evolution

'hasardeux' transformed into the English word 'hazardous,' and eventually became the modern English word 'hazardously.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'involving chance or risk,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'involving danger or risk.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adverb 1

in a manner that involves risk or danger.

The chemicals were stored hazardously, posing a threat to the workers.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35