perilously-associated
|per-il-ous-ly-as-so-ci-at-ed|
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/ˈpɛrələsli əˈsoʊʃiˌeɪtɪd/
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/ˈpɛrɪləsli əˈsəʊʃieɪtɪd/
dangerously connected
Etymology
'perilously' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'perilous,' where 'peril' meant 'danger.' 'Associated' comes from Latin, specifically the word 'associatus,' where 'ad-' meant 'to' and 'socius' meant 'companion.'
'perilous' transformed from the Old French word 'perilleus,' and eventually became the modern English word 'perilous.' 'Associated' evolved from the Latin 'associatus' through Old French 'associer.'
Initially, 'perilous' meant 'full of danger,' and 'associated' meant 'joined as a companion.' Over time, 'perilously-associated' evolved to describe a risky or dangerous connection.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
in a manner that involves or suggests danger or risk, often used to describe a connection or relationship that is fraught with potential harm.
The two companies were perilously-associated, risking financial collapse if one failed.
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Last updated: 2025/04/08 23:30