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dangerously

2 synonyms and 0 antonyms for dangerously, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.

Adv — In a way that creates or involves danger.

Synonyms

Rare, literary or technical

Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.

perilously hazardously

How to use dangerously

The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.

dangerously close dangerously low dangerously ill

Etymology

From dangerous plus the adverb ending -ly.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “dangerously” mean?

The word “dangerously” means in a way that creates or involves danger. In plain terms, in a manner likely to cause harm.

How do you use “dangerously” in a sentence?

Here is “dangerously” used in a sentence: “He was driving dangerously close to the car in front.”

What part of speech is “dangerously”?

“Dangerously” is an adverb.

Is “dangerously” a common word?

“Dangerously” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.

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