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Comparative
more dangerous
Superlative
most dangerous
1
capable of destroying or causing harm to a person or thing
- Crossing the road without looking is dangerous.
- He was driving at a dangerous speed on the highway.
- She's allergic to bees; a sting can be dangerous for her.
- The coast guard warned us against swimming during a storm because it's very dangerous.
- The mountain path is slippery and considered dangerous.
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likely to result in problems or negative consequences
- Implementing the new policy without thorough evaluation could be dangerous for the company's reputation.
- The rise of misinformation on social media poses a dangerous threat to public trust.
- Permitting unchecked corporate monopolies sets a dangerous precedent for fair competition in the market.
- Making decisions without considering the long-term effects can be economically dangerous for a nation.
- Allowing children unrestricted access to the internet can be socially and emotionally dangerous.