risqué

adjective

ris·​qué ri-ˈskā How to pronounce risqué (audio)
Synonyms of risquénext
: verging on impropriety or indecency : off-color
a risqué joke

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Examples of risqué in a Sentence

a song with risqué lyrics the bridal shower was filled with risqué banter and laughter

Word History

Etymology

French, from past participle of risquer to risk, from risque

First Known Use

1867, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of risqué was in 1867

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“Risqué.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/risqu%C3%A9. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.

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