Synonyms of at risk

at risk

phrase

as in susceptible

being in a situation where one is likely to meet with harm

She put her life at risk to rescue residents from the house fire.

Synonyms & Similar Words

• susceptible
• vulnerable
• sensitive
• subject (to)
• prone
• in jeopardy
• liable
• exposed
• endangered
• likely
• open
• in deep water
• unprotected
• unsecured
• uncovered
• unscreened
• unguarded
• undefended

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• invulnerable
• protected
• covered
• secured
• unexposed
• sheltered
• safeguarded
• unsusceptible
• shielded
• insusceptible
• screened
• guarded
• warded

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of at risk

At the time, OpenAI spokesperson Gaby Raila told NPR in an email that ChatGPT is trained to recognize signs that someone may be at risk — including indirect cues or warning signs that emerge over time. — Rhitu Chatterjee, NPR, 14 Sep. 2026

While anyone who has shingles is at risk of developing post-herpetic neuralgia, the risk rises significantly with age. — Andrew Bubak, The Conversation, 14 Sep. 2026

The breach could put affected consumers at risk of identity theft and fraud, particularly because driver's license information can be used to help verify your identity. — Roxanne Downer, USA Today, 11 Sep. 2026

Goldman Sachs warned clients on Monday that global food prices are at risk of going sharply higher. — Matt Egan, CNN Money, 11 Sep. 2026