risk-averse
|risk/a/verse|
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/ˈrɪsk əˌvɜrs/
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/ˈrɪsk əˌvɜːs/
avoiding risk
Etymology
Etymology Information
'risk-averse' originates from the combination of 'risk' and 'averse', where 'risk' refers to the possibility of loss or danger, and 'averse' means having a strong dislike or opposition.
Historical Evolution
'Averse' comes from the Latin word 'aversus', meaning 'turned away'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'averse' meant 'turned away', but in combination with 'risk', it evolved to mean 'having a strong dislike for risk'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having a low tolerance for risk; preferring to avoid risk.
Investors who are risk-averse tend to choose bonds over stocks.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45