risk-taking

[US]/[rɪskˈteɪkɪŋ]/
[UK]/[rɪskˈteɪkɪŋ]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.The act of taking risks; willingness to do things that could be dangerous or unsuccessful.; The tendency to engage in risky behavior.
adj.Involving or characterized by risk.
v.To engage in risky behavior.
adv.In a way that involves risk.

Phrases & Collocations

risk-taking behavior

high risk-taking

risk-taking attitude

encouraging risk-taking

risk-taking strategy

calculated risk-taking

risk-taking capacity

excessive risk-taking

promotes risk-taking

risk-taking involved

Example Sentences

the company encouraged risk-taking among its young employees to foster innovation.

his risk-taking nature led him to start his own business.

we need to carefully assess the risk-taking involved in this project.

she's known for her calculated risk-taking in the stock market.

the project required a degree of risk-taking and creativity.

he demonstrated a willingness to take risks in pursuing his goals.

excessive risk-taking can lead to negative consequences.

the team's success was partly due to their willingness to take risks.

it's important to balance risk-taking with careful planning.

the investor's risk-taking paid off handsomely.

a culture of risk-taking is essential for entrepreneurial success.

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