Synonyms of hazards

hazards 1 of 2

noun

plural of hazard

1

as in threats

something that may cause injury or harm

the tumbledown old barn was considered a fire hazard

Synonyms & Similar Words

• threats
• dangers
• risks
• perils
• menaces
• pitfalls
• troubles
• imminences
• snares
• traps
• booby traps

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• safeguards
• protections
• guards
• wards
• shields
• shelters
• harbors
• refuges
• asylums
• retreats
• havens

2

as in chances

the uncertain course of events

it was only by hazard and good fortune that we found our way back to the trail

Synonyms & Similar Words

• chances
• luck
• circumstances
• accidents
• casualties
• haps
• uncertainties
• risks
• dangers
• perils
• fates
• fortunes
• destinies
• flukes
• fortuities
• happenstances
• haphazardries
• happenchances
• dooms
• lots

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• purposes
• intentions
• plans
• schemes
• designs
• intents
• outlines

hazards

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verb

present tense third-person singular of hazard

1

as in endangers

to place in danger

just so the tourists could see the sea lions up close, the captain needlessly hazarded his ship

Synonyms & Similar Words

• endangers
• risks
• threatens
• perils
• adventures
• menaces
• ventures
• compromises
• imperils
• jeopardizes
• gambles (with)
• jeopards
• intimidates
• subjects
• chances
• exposes
• wagers

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• protects
• shelters
• shields
• guards
• saves
• preserves
• resumes

2

as in risks

to take a chance on

was unwilling to hazard landing the plane on the small island, which didn't even have an airfield

Synonyms & Similar Words

• risks
• chances
• ventures
• adventures
• runs the risk of
• confronts
• tempts
• gambles (on)
• challenges
• faces
• breasts
• menaces
• subjects
• endangers
• dares
• imperils
• jeopardizes
• compromises
• braves
• brazens
• outbraves
• bets (on)
• exposes
• beards
• defies
• wagers

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of hazards

Noun

Recent earthquakes in this area have caused secondary hazards such as landslides and liquefaction that might have contributed to losses. — Ca Earthquake Bot, Sacbee.com, 13 July 2026

However, forecasters advise Treasure Valley residents to be cautious of storm hazards on Monday as well. — Hali Smith, Idaho Statesman, 13 July 2026

Check with lifeguards before entering the ocean for possible hazards you may be swept into. — Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 11 July 2026

Unlike lithium-ion batteries, the sodium-ion system is designed to eliminate the risk of thermal runaway, reducing fire hazards while lowering maintenance requirements and overall operating costs. — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 10 July 2026

All severe hazards are possible, including damaging winds, heavy rainfall, hail and tornadoes. — Kansas City Star, 10 July 2026

As space innovation and exploration has expanded in recent decades, researchers have been studying the motion of spacecraft to mitigate satellite collisions and possible hazards on Earth. — Amen Galinato, CNN Money, 10 July 2026

Authorities have repeatedly ordered businesses to screen for workplace hazards. — ABC News, 10 July 2026

Mixtures are the rule, not the exception Decades of research on the health effects of individual chemicals have helped scientists identify hazards, estimate safe exposure levels and develop regulations. — Brad Reisfeld, The Conversation, 6 July 2026

Verb

That hazards statement originally had been in place through early Wednesday morning. — Rick Hurd, Mercury News, 15 June 2026

Forecasters say confidence is lower in the exact timing, where storms will be strongest, and which hazards will be most likely. — Kansas City Star, 23 Apr. 2026

Clothes Iron and Steamer Many cruise lines have policies forbidding the use of clothes irons and steamers and won’t allow these fire hazards onboard. — Jill Schildhouse, Southern Living, 30 Jan. 2026

At over 1,800 lives lost per year, winter vehicle-crash fatalities are four times greater than the total number of all other weather hazards combined, according to the National Weather Service (NWS). — Jim Gorzelany, Forbes.com, 23 Jan. 2026

Beach hazards statements will remain in effect until conditions improve and are expected to be re-evaluated regularly. — Anna Skinner, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Sep. 2025

However, Starlink’s own public record also showcases how rapidly the collision hazards in orbit are evolving. — IEEE Spectrum, 30 Sep. 2025