risk

/ɹɪsk/noun
Elementary
1

The probability of a negative outcome to a decision or event.

2

The magnitude of possible loss consequent to a decision or event.

3

The potential negative effect of an event, determined by multiplying the likelihood of the event occurring with its magnitude should it occur.

4

A possible adverse event or outcome.

5

A type of adverse event covered under an insurance policy.

6

A thing (from the perspective of how likely or unlikely it is to cause an adverse effect).

7

A borrower (such as a mortgage-holder or person with a credit card).

8

A financial product (typically an investment).

9

An entity insured by an insurer.

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Sound Patterns & Rhymes

Rhymes

Words that share the same ending sound pattern

Alliteration

Words starting with the same consonant sound — used in poetry and prose to create rhythm, emphasis, and memorable phrasing (e.g. “Peter Piper picked”)

Assonance

Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing

Consonance

Words sharing similar consonant sound patterns — adds texture and cohesion to writing