forbidden words: most risk
most
adjective
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in the greatest quantity, amount, measure, degree, or number.
to win the most votes. -
in the majority of instances.
Most operations are successful. -
greatest, as in size or extent.
the most talent.
noun
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the greatest quantity, amount, or degree; the utmost.
The most I can hope for is a passing grade. -
the greatest number or the majority of a class specified.
Most of his writing is rubbish. -
the greatest number.
The most this room will seat is 150. -
the majority of persons.
to be more sensitive than most. -
Slang., the most, the ultimate in something.
He’s the most. That movie was the most.
adverb
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in or to the greatest extent or degree (in this sense often used before adjectives and adverbs, and regularly before those of more than two syllables, to form superlative phrases having the same force and effect as the superlative degree formed by the termination-est ).
most rapid; most wisely. -
Informal., almost or nearly.
-most²
Word History and Origins
Origin of most¹
First recorded before 900; Middle English most(e), Old English māst; replacing Middle English mest(e), Old English mǣst; cognate with German meist, Gothic maists; more
Origin of most²
Middle English -most; replacing Middle English, Old English -mest, double superlative suffix, equivalent to -ma superlative suffix (as in Old English forma first; compare Latin prīmus ) + -est 1; later identified with most
Idioms and Phrases
- make the most of, to use to greatest advantage; utilize fully.
to make the most of an opportunity. - for the most part. part.
- at the most, at the maximum. Also at most.
see at most; for the most part; make the most of.
from — Dictionary.com | Meanings & Definitions of English Words. (2025). In Dictionary.com.
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risk
noun
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exposure to the chance of injury or loss; a hazard or dangerous chance.
It’s not worth the risk.
Synonyms: jeopardy, peril, venture -
Insurance.
- the hazard or chance of loss.
- the degree of probability of such loss.
- the amount that the insurance company may lose.
- a person or thing with reference to the hazard involved in insuring him, her, or it.
- the type of loss, as life, fire, marine disaster, or earthquake, against which an insurance policy is drawn.
verb (used with object)
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to expose to the chance of injury or loss; hazard.
to risk one’s life.
Synonyms: jeopardize, endanger, imperil -
to venture upon; take or run the chance of.
to risk a fall in climbing;
to risk a war.
Synonyms: chance
Other Word Forms
- risker noun
- riskless adjective
- unrisked adjective
Word History and Origins
Origin of risk¹
First recorded in 1655–65; from French risque, from Italian rischio, risco, of obscure origin
Idioms and Phrases
take / run a risk, to expose oneself to the chance of injury or loss; put oneself in danger; hazard; venture.
- at risk,
- in a dangerous situation or status; in jeopardy.
families at risk in the area of the weakened dam. - under financial or legal obligation; held responsible.
Are individual investors at risk for the debt part of the real estate venture?
- in a dangerous situation or status; in jeopardy.
More idioms and phrases containing risk
from — Dictionary.com | Meanings & Definitions of English Words. (2025). In Dictionary.com.
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most risk
/high-risk
adjective
denoting a group, part, etc, that is particularly subject or exposed to a danger
from — Dictionary.com | Meanings & Definitions of English Words. (2025). In Dictionary.com.
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most risk
The phrase “most risk” is generally understood to refer to the highest level of potential danger or exposure to harm. It can be used in various contexts, including financial, physical, and social situations. “High-risk” is a common synonym, often used to describe situations or activities where the likelihood of negative consequences is significant.
Here’s a breakdown of how “most risk” and related phrases are used:
- High-Risk Situations/Activities:
- Financial:
A “high-risk” investment or business venture is one with a greater chance of loss. - Physical:
High-risk activities include those that involve a greater chance of injury or death, like extreme sports or working in hazardous environments. - Health:
High-risk individuals are those with a greater likelihood of developing a disease or experiencing a health complication, like pregnant women or people with pre-existing conditions. - Social:
High-risk situations can also refer to social behaviors that carry negative consequences, like substance abuse or risky sexual behavior.
- Phrases Similar to “Most Risk”:
- At risk: Indicates being susceptible to harm or danger.
- Full of risk: Describes something that has a high degree of danger.
- High-stakes: Emphasizes the significant potential for loss or gain.
- Dicey: A more informal term for something risky or uncertain.
- Phrases Describing Risk Taking:
- Taking a gamble: Implies a willingness to take a chance, often with uncertain outcomes.
- Leap of faith: Suggests acting on belief or intuition, despite the lack of certainty.
- Run the risk: To be exposed to a potential danger or negative consequence.
- Lay one’s life on the line: To make a great sacrifice, often involving one’s own safety or life.
- Idiomatic Expressions:
- On a knife-edge: Describes a situation that is unstable and could easily change for the worse.
- Touch and go: Indicates a situation that is uncertain and could go either way.
- Swimming with the sharks: To be in a competitive and potentially dangerous environment.
from — phrase most risk – Google Search. (n.d.).
example sentences: most risk
Under the new rules, only “suitably qualified” and regulated health workers will be allowed to deliver high-risk procedures such as Brazilian butt lifts.
From BBC
Community leaders in Koreatown believe that autonomous vehicle technology, which can see other road users and make safety-based decisions, could significantly decrease fatalities in high-risk areas where human error and impaired driving contribute to crashes.
From Los Angeles Times
First appointments provide an opportunity for women to discuss their pregnancy – and arrange early screening tests which can identify high-risk pregnancies.
From BBC
“A chikungunya vaccine may also be considered for those travelling to higher-risk regions.”
From BBC
They proposed three types of fire refuges within high-risk communities:
From Los Angeles Times
from — Dictionary.com | Meanings & Definitions of English Words. (2025). In Dictionary.com.
The phrase “most risk” is often used to highlight the highest level of potential danger or negative outcome in a situation. For example, “The most risk in this scenario is losing all of your investment.”
from — Google Search. (n.d.).
August 18th, 2025
Hudson Valley, New York
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