ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Perilously

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Part of speech adverb

Quick meaning: Perilously is an adverb meaning In a perilous manner.

Meaning

In a perilous manner.

Example Sentences

A door flopped open, wobbling perilously on its one remaining hinge.
A rather interesting and notable convenience, however, is that of ice water bags, which are hung on to the outside of the coaches at certain stops. These can be reached by leaning out of the window rather perilously, to unhook them, and paper cups are stocked in the compartments.

Synonyms for perilously

Depending on context, synonyms include dangerously, hazardously.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include dangerously, hazardously, precariously, treacherously, riskily, jeopardously.

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