Risk Management Terms

verb to expect or predict something to happen in the future

• The company anticipates a successful year ahead based on current market trends.
• I anticipate a fun weekend with friends coming up.
• I didn't anticipate the party being so lit!
• She could anticipate his every move, like they were connected on a deeper level.

verb A word used to express an action, state, or occurrence.

adjective A word that describes or gives more information about a noun.

adverb A word that modifies or qualifies an adjective, verb, or other adverb.

preposition A word that shows the relationship between a noun (or pronoun) and other words in a sentence.

• Please be careful when handling the delicate glassware.
• Hey, be careful with that expensive vase!
• Yo, be careful not to spill that drink everywhere.
• Be careful with your words, they can hurt more than you realize.

noun a reduction or restriction

• The government implemented a curtailment of public spending in order to reduce the budget deficit.
• There was a curtailment on our shopping spree because we ran out of money.
• I had to put a curtailment on my Netflix binge to finish my homework.
• The curtailment of his ambitions left him feeling lost and directionless.

noun lack of wisdom or good judgment; the quality of being imprudent

• Her imprudence in handling sensitive information led to serious consequences.
• Tom's imprudence in spending all his money on gadgets left him broke.
• Don't be so imprudent with your choices, you might regret it later.
• The imprudence of rushing into decisions without thinking things through can be detrimental in the long run.

adjective showing a lack of caution; not careful or prudent

• The incautious decision to invest all their savings in a volatile market led to significant losses.
• Being incautious with your personal information online can lead to identity theft.
• Don't be so incautious about sharing your secrets with everyone.
• His incautious behavior on the dance floor almost caused a collision with other dancers.

noun the amount of freedom to move or act that is available

• The project deadline allows for some leeway in case of unexpected delays.
• You have some leeway to finish the assignment by the end of the week.
• I'll give you some leeway on this one, just make sure it's done by tomorrow.
• She gave him leeway to express his creativity in the project design.

noun An unfortunate incident or mishap

• The hikers were warned about the potential misadventures that could occur in the unfamiliar terrain.
• We narrowly avoided a misadventure when we got lost in the woods.
• That camping trip turned into a total misadventure when it started pouring rain.
• Starting a business without a solid plan is like embarking on a misadventure without a map.

adjective serving as a precaution or intended to prevent harm or danger

• The company took precautionary measures to ensure the safety of its employees during the pandemic.
• She always carries pepper spray as a precautionary measure when walking alone at night.
• I double-checked the address as a precautionary step before heading out.
• He wore a helmet as a precautionary hat in case anything fell from the construction site.

noun a situation involving exposure to danger

verb to expose someone or something to danger, harm, or loss

• Before making any investment decisions, it is important to carefully assess the level of risk involved.
• I wouldn't take that job offer if I were you, it seems like too much of a risk.
• Dude, don't be a risk-taker and drive without a seatbelt.
• She knew that pursuing her dream of becoming an artist was a risk, but she was willing to take it anyway.

adjective describing something that involves the possibility of danger, harm, or loss

• Investing in high-risk assets can be very risky for inexperienced investors.
• It's pretty risky to go swimming in that river with all those rocks.
• Dude, that stunt you pulled was so risky, you could have seriously hurt yourself.
• Starting your own business is a risky move, but the potential rewards are worth it.

adjective describing something that cannot be avoided or prevented

• In some situations, conflicts are unavoidable due to differing opinions.
• Traffic during rush hour is unavoidable, so it's best to plan ahead.
• I tried to skip out on doing my chores, but my mom said it was unavoidable.
• The storm was unavoidable, but we managed to find shelter in time.

noun a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea

adverb modifies a verb, adjective, or another adverb, indicating the manner, place, time, or degree of an action

preposition a word that shows the relationship between a noun (or pronoun) and other words in a sentence

• The situation is now under control and we can proceed with our plan.
• Don't worry, everything is under control.
• Chill out, dude, it's all under control.
• Her emotions were raging, but she managed to keep them under control.

verb to inform someone in advance of a possible danger, problem, or other unpleasant situation

• The weather forecast warned of heavy rain and strong winds.
• I warned you not to eat that spicy food before bed.
• I warned him that hanging out with those guys would get him in trouble.
• Her constant headaches were a warning sign of something more serious.

noun a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea

verb a word that describes an action, state, or occurrence

adverb a word that modifies or describes a verb, adjective, or another adverb

• Unfortunately, accidents will happen in any workplace setting, no matter how diligent we are in following safety protocols.
• Hey, don't worry too much about breaking the vase. Accidents will happen, it's no big deal.
• I know you didn't mean to spill your drink on my new shirt, but accidents will happen, right?
• In life, we can't always control every outcome. Accidents will happen along the way, but it's how we deal with them that truly matters.

noun a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea

verb a word that expresses an action or a state of being

article a word that specifies a noun (e.g. the, a, an)

• Before making a decision, it is advisable to thoroughly kick the tyres and inspect the vehicle for any defects.
• Hey, before you buy that car, make sure to kick the tyres and check if everything is okay.
• I always kick the tyres before I commit to buying anything second-hand.
• It's always a good idea to kick the tyres and test things out before fully committing to a new project.

noun a person, place, thing, or idea

adjective a word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun

• The investigation concluded that the fire was caused by accidental means.
• She explained that the broken vase was an accidental means of expressing her frustration.
• I tripped over my own feet, it was just an accidental means of ending up on the floor.
• His decision to leave the company was an accidental means of finding his true passion.